Too Late, Mr. Billionaire: You Can't Afford Me by Thedora Birnir

Chapter 501:

The next morning, Hadley had the luxury of time—she didn’t need to be at the studio until the afternoon. Eric, however, had a trip to make to the neighboring city. They left together, and when they reached Mayfield Road, he pulled the car to a stop.

“I’ll pick you up at noon the day after tomorrow,” he said.

“Okay.” Hadley nodded, giving him a small wave before stepping onto the sidewalk. She stood there, watching as his car pulled away.

In the driver’s seat, Eric found himself glancing at the rearview mirror—again and again. His lips curled into an involuntary smile. He couldn’t help it.

Strange… He had been married before. To this very woman. Yet only now was he experiencing the small, subtle joys of being with someone—the quiet warmth, the unspoken connection. It was unlike anything he’d felt before.

As his thoughts drifted, his phone buzzed with a new message.

It was a message from Hadley.

using him for her own agenda.

Mayfield Road.

smile in place. “Miss Pearson,” he greeted, holding the

She slid into

door behind her, took his seat, and steered them toward a

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hesitantly to Linda. “Miss

special about it? It’s still hanging here, isn’t it? That means, it isn’t taken

sales assistant hesitated.

she suggested smoothly. “I won’t waste your time—name

she spoke, her fingers grazed the fabric, her appreciation evident. “It’s

sales assistant shifted uncomfortably. “Miss Harris, your original dress is also

difficult for you. Just contact the owner and let me speak to her directly.

“Well…”