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.”

visit to the clinic—this time, for

had arranged the appointment discreetly through

“Doctor, I followed all

calm, reassuring smile. “Take it easy. Stress is one of the biggest obstacles to conception. Even with medication,

nodded, understanding the logic.

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for a moment before asking, “Do you want to continue

“Yes.”

gentle advice. “You’re still young. There’s no need to put so much pressure on

knew that. Colleen had

other choice. She forced a small smile.

sighed but didn’t push

or dizziness, make sure to get some

will. Thank you,

evening, when Eric returned to Silver Villas, Hadley was waiting for him—this time with