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.”

voice quieter this time. “Are you leaving

at his watch. “I’ve

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

for her hand, fingers intertwining with hers. “Since

go.” She gave his hand a soft squeeze. Hand in hand, they walked

straightened, pulling her into his arms and resting his forehead gently against hers. “What is it today?” he murmured

said nothing, but to Eric, her

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she said with a small smile, and

He let go of her hand reluctantly. “I’m off, then. I’ll see you when I get

opened the door, and stepped out into the cold. With one last wave, he said, “Go back inside—you’ll catch

door shut behind him, the silence rushed in. Hadley stood still,

audible. “Goodbye, Eric.” Deep down, she knew this