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

Chapter 632:

Hadley frowned slightly, concern flickering in her expression. “Aren’t you afraid Linda might come after you?”

Elissa exhaled and then grinned. “Of course, I am. But so what? I have to take the chance.”

She pursed her lips, determination flashing in her eyes. “This is an opportunity. What if they actually like my design? It could finally get my name out there.”

Hadley considered that and nodded. “That’s true. At the end of the day, it’s about the work. If she really decides to target you, it’s not like you’ll lose anything.”

“Exactly!” Elissa laughed and then leaned back in her chair with a wistful sigh. “I have to admit, though—Linda is incredibly lucky. The Flynn family—the most powerful dynasty in Srixby. And Ernest…” She smirked slightly. “Well, he is quite the looker.”

Hadley arched a brow. “Hmm? You’ve met him?”

“Yeah, I have.” Elissa shot her a knowing look. “Remember last time? When you and Eric had that huge argument, and he stormed off to your apartment? Ernest was there too.”

Then, as if recalling the moment in vivid detail, she added with a touch of admiration, “He even gave me a ride home. And let me tell you—he’s really handsome. Elegant. Refined. The perfect gentleman.”

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