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

Chapter 557:

Her gaze flicked toward the set of clothes in Eric’s hands. A smirk tugged at her lips. “What’s this act for?” She gestured lazily. “Coming to ask my opinion? Spare me. There’s not a single piece in that closet that actually suits me. Are these the only ones with the tags still on?” She arched a brow. “Because there are plenty more—all of them Linda’s style.”

“Wait…” His brows furrowed slightly. “You don’t like any of them? Why didn’t you say something?” Was that really the point?

Hadley let out a soft laugh, shaking her head. “There was nothing to say.”

Her voice was calm, almost detached. “I know exactly what I am to you—just a convenient cover. And honestly? I don’t care.” Hadley continued, her tone light but razor-sharp, “But if possible, let’s avoid situations like tonight, alright? What I mean is—if you’re going to do…”

“It, at least don’t do it in front of me.”

It wasn’t jealousy. Not even close. “In my book, getting involved with your own brother’s wife is just… disgusting.”

“Hadley!”

Eric’s face darkened instantly. His entire demeanor shifted, his expression shadowed by a storm of emotions.

in the conversation. With a tired sigh, she waved

beloved.” Her lips curled slightly, her next words deliberate. “Don’t worry—I won’t tell

“That’s it!”

Eric’s temper finally snapped.

irritation flaring in his eyes as he let

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Eric turned to leave, Hadley remained seated, staring

Everything had escalated too quickly, unraveling into

And he probably wasn’t

when it meant watching Eric and his

a brief moment, whispering

decided to bless her with a child… Maybe, just

was grim as he descended

She accepted the clothes from his hands, her lips curving into a knowing

sharply, shaking his head.

his chest told a different