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.”

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his watch. “I’ve got

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

for her hand, fingers intertwining with

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,

her into his arms and resting his forehead gently against hers. “What is it today?” he murmured with a soft

Eric, her silence spoke volumes—she didn’t

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in two weeks at the latest. I’ll call you every day, alright? Take care of

she said with a small smile, and then lightly pushed him

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

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

silence rushed

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