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

Chapter 553:

After a tense pause, Ernest finally glanced at Linda, who stubbornly avoided his gaze. “Fine, if you’re set on staying, then stay. We’ll talk when you’re ready.”

With that, he maneuvered his wheelchair to leave.

Eric hurried alongside to help him exit. “Ernest, let me help.” Quentin was waiting outside.

Eric assisted Ernest into the car, his expression one of restrained curiosity. “Ernest…”

Catching his brother’s look, Ernest gave a small chuckle. “What’s on your mind?”

With a tense jaw, Eric asked, “Is there really someone else in your life?”

Immediately, Ernest lapsed into silence.

For an extended period, he remained mute.

“Ernest?”

“I’m weary. Time to head home.”

reply. To Quentin, he

“Understood.”

left rooted in place, burdened by a deep unease. Familiar with Ernest’s mannerisms, Eric dreaded that the rumors could be

steps would

living room,

Eric came back inside.

Hadley said, questioning his plans. “Should I head out

approached and gently caught her wrist. “No need for drama. Head upstairs, will

“How am I causing drama?” She gestured towards Linda. “She’s staying, right? Wouldn’t

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