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

Chapter 823:

“What’s with the shock?” Eric laughed. “A top-notch doctor doesn’t just see anyone. Ernest’s got the pull, and unlike me, he’s got time on his hands.”

It made sense, so Hadley nodded. “Pass along our thanks to Ernest, will you?”

“Consider it done.”

Once Eric had departed, Hadley guided Elissa out the door as well. She had arranged a morning meeting with Colleen’s cousin, and since Elissa couldn’t be left alone, she came along.

Once they arrived, Hadley found them a cozy spot. “Elissa, sorry for dragging you into the fray.”

“I’m the one who should be sorry,” Elissa replied, her sightless eyes blinking vacantly as she shook her head. “You’ve got big fish to fry, and here I am slowing you down.”

“No need to stand on ceremony with me,” Hadley said warmly, brushing off the apology with a smile. They exchanged a glance and a subtle, knowing smile.

me, are you Hadley

rose to her feet, turning to see a young

of quiet confidence, his features faintly echoing

Mr. Hayes.” Hadley offered a warm smile and extended her

his shoulder, wondering why he had arrived solo,

to crane your neck,” Zane said with

response

had a moment to think about where to turn, who might help, or if a cure was

“If Elissa is open

lip.

softened as it landed on Hadley. “You’re Hadley’s friend, and you’ve looked after her plenty. Hooking you up with a doctor is

hesitating as she pieced together that Eric’s kindness stemmed from his devotion to

and torn. She

thought of leaving Srixby soon—leaving him—gnawed at her, but abandoning Elissa wasn’t