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

Chapter 833:

Hadley’s heart gave a soft flutter. Her lips parted. “Yes… I did.” But before she could say more, his hand gently tilted her chin upward, and his lips captured hers in a kiss, silencing the rest of her words.

That night, snow fell quietly over Srixby, veiling the city in white. Inside the bedroom, Eric held Hadley close, their bodies entwined beneath the warmth of the covers.

In that moment, nothing else existed—only the stillness and the silence between them. Before dawn, Eric stirred.

Carefully, he lifted the blanket and slipped into the dressing room without a sound.

When he returned, he was met with a quiet surprise—Hadley was already awake, sitting on the edge of the bed, wrapped in a soft cashmere shawl. Her hair was loosely gathered, her expression calm, almost thoughtful.

Eric blinked, a little caught off guard. “Did I wake you?”

Hadley shook her head gently. “No, no. I woke up just a while ago.”

quieter this time. “Are you

glancing at his watch. “I’ve

the clock on the wall. “What about breakfast? Aren’t

for her hand, fingers intertwining with hers. “Since you’re up… will you see

“Of course.” She had woken up with that very intention. “Let’s go.” She gave his hand a soft squeeze. Hand in hand, they walked downstairs. At the door, Hadley paused as Eric

his arms and resting his forehead gently against hers. “What is

her

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he whispered, brushing her cheek with the back of his fingers. “I’ll be back in two weeks at the latest. I’ll call you every day, alright? Take care

she said with a small smile, and then lightly pushed him back. “It’s time—you

hand reluctantly. “I’m off, then. I’ll

into the cold. With one

door shut behind him, the silence rushed in.

barely audible. “Goodbye, Eric.” Deep