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

Chapter 648:

Linda’s reaction was far less composed. “You?”

Elissa straightened instinctively, her hands clasped neatly in front of her, though there was a trace of nervousness in her posture. “Hello, Mr. Flynn. Hello, Miss Harris.”

To be honest, when she first submitted her design, it had been more of a hopeful gesture than a serious expectation. She hadn’t actually thought she would be chosen. Yet, here she was, standing before the couple right now.

Elissa’s lips pressed together, the weight of past conflict settling over her. She had once offended Linda. And now she was here, presenting herself as the designer for her wedding dress.

Linda’s gaze lingered on Elissa, a flicker of unease in her expression.

Why did it have to be her?

“What’s the matter?” Ernest’s voice broke through the tension, his sharp eyes flicking to Linda.

was fully aware of the history between the two women. And truth be told,

with quiet finality. “If you’re uncomfortable, we can

the

expression cooling. She had expected this. It

nothing after all. She forced a small, humorless chuckle. “If

a quiet nod, she reached for her bag,

had our differences, but I don’t mix business with personal matters. I chose your design because I liked it, so let’s move forward professionally. Consider this a collaboration—let’s leave the

her eyes brightening as she prepared to answer. “Linda,

measured. “A wedding dress is an important thing. It’s not just about the design—it requires countless discussions for details and fittings in the days that follow. You don’t have to work with someone you’re not comfortable with. Don’t force yourself—there are plenty of

Elissa’s breath hitched.

Linda herself didn’t mind, yet he was the one making

was secretly