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

Chapter 656:

A brief moment of bewilderment washed over Eric before he questioned, “This… fiery red?”

“Is there an issue with that?”

Hadley’s expression turned into a slight pout. “It’s an excellent color! You’re always dressed in black and white—too monotonous for someone your age.”

Pleased with her selection, she continued, “Such a bold color suits a man of your charm.”

Indeed, it was a compliment. Hadley had just complimented his appearance!

Eric’s eyebrows lifted as he couldn’t hold back a grin, quickly agreeing. “I believe you’re right.”

Reassessing the fiery red yarn, it now held a new allure.

He stroked the yarn, noting its texture. “This is quite soft.”

“Exactly.” Hadley confirmed. “It’ll be very cozy once I’ve knitted it into a sweater.”

hand away. “Don’t mess it up;

hand back with a smile. “Okay, I

But I’ll be the one wearing it in the end.” His spirits lifted. Since he couldn’t fiddle with the yarn,

to knit me a

so I thought a sweater might be a nice gesture. It’s not as grand as your gift, but please don’t hold it against

smile broadening as he gazed down at her. “Hold

instant, his look and smile radiated nothing but honesty. Caught off guard for a moment, Hadley quickly withdrew her

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I’ll get it

“Sure.”

waiter appeared, bringing their ordered dishes to the table. As he placed food on her plate, Eric casually inquired, “What would you like to

Hadley seemed confused

or perhaps buy

shopping or buying anything

“Right.”

thing. He paused, thinking, and then suggested another idea, “What about a

Hadley, who looked at him with wide