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

Chapter 804:

Eric stepped out of the restaurant’s private room, craving fresh air and a brief escape from the stifling atmosphere inside.

“Eric, wait!” Megan called urgently, hurrying to catch up with him.

He paused and cast a wary glance back at her. “Why are you following me?”

She frowned at his sharp tone, a playful pout forming despite his chilly demeanor.

“There’s no need to be so harsh! We practically grew up together, yet the last time, you didn’t even recognize me. And you still haven’t apologized.” She was clearly referencing the earlier incident involving Linda.

Back then, Eric had genuinely failed to recognize Megan.

But Megan didn’t really mind—not that much, at least. She was a confident young woman from a prominent family, accustomed to speaking her mind and going after what she wanted.

Aware that Eric would be attending tonight, she’d deliberately sought him out.

was, he had to cut her some

As for an apology?

smirk playing on his lips. “And

a delighted laugh, Megan boldly linked her

like you—I always have, ever since we were

stunned, Eric stood motionless, silently pondering

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ago, another girl had stood before Eric with the same radiant smile and earnest eyes, declaring her feelings with similar passion. “Eric, I really like you! When I grow up, I’m going to marry you and

Eric realized—nothing in life

an indifferent smile,

tightened her grip on his arm, refusing to let him evade so easily. “Why thank me? Just say yes

already have a girlfriend.

an eyebrow, completely undeterred. “Missed my chance? Nonsense! I’m sure once you spend time with

Megan closely, admitting inwardly that her confident, almost brazen attitude reminded him vividly of a young Hadley, who once told