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

Chapter 760:

“Alright, then stay with Melba and be good, okay?”

“Got it!”

Meanwhile, Eric was upstairs, walking with his business partners toward a high-end restaurant. As they passed by a row of eateries, something in the corner of his eye made him pause. Through the glass window of a casual dining spot, he spotted Joy—perched in a high chair, swinging her little legs back and forth, completely engrossed in whatever she was looking at.

A small smile tugged at his lips. “Mr. Blake, give me a moment,” he said to one of his associates. “I just saw a friend—I’ll go say hello.”

“Sure, go ahead.” His business partner gestured for him to take his time.

Eric nodded slightly before stepping into the restaurant.

“Mr. Flynn! What a surprise to see you here!” Melba was the first to notice him and immediately stood up to greet him.

before turning his attention to Joy. “Hello, Joy! It’s good to see

hearing his voice, Joy’s face lit up. Stuck in her high chair, she eagerly lifted her arms

seemed bright and energetic, her usual bubbly self. “Joy, have you been feeling

feel great!” the little

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smile, “Since being discharged, Joy has been taking her medicine on time and going to the hospital for her shots every few days. She’s been doing

gently squeezed Joy’s tiny hand, his expression soft. “That’s all that matters—as

snuggled closer, resting her little head against his shoulder. Then, in a hushed but eager whisper, she asked, “Do you have

from? Joy beamed, her excitement bubbling over. “I want to introduce

chuckled, intrigued. “Oh?

and whispered conspiratorially, “It’s my mom! She’s really pretty—just like me… but even prettier!” She pointed toward the restroom. “Mom went to the bathroom. Wait a bit, okay? She’ll be back soon!” Melba nearly choked on the little one’s bold words. “Joy!” she scolded, mortified. “You can’t

not saying anything wrong!” Joy pouted, crossing her arms. “Don’t you

shaking his head. “Of course, I believe you.” His voice

that, Joy’s face fell, her bright eyes dimming with