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

Chapter 884:

“Alright,” Hadley said with a polite nod.

“Thank you,” Eric added sincerely as they said goodbye to the doctor.

When they reached Millland Road, Hadley gestured. “Just stop here. No need to drive in.”

Eric pulled over and checked the time. It was just after three—Joy should be at the park around now.

“Going to meet Joy at the park?” he asked.

Hadley nodded, opening the door. “Bye.”

Without another glance, she stepped out and walked away, completely indifferent.

Eric watched her retreating figure, his grip tightening on the steering wheel.

Was this how things were going to be now? He was Joy’s father, and yet even spending time with his daughter felt like a privilege he had to earn.

being with both

a little shameless. But he’d never claimed to be selfless

her friends until nearly five. She would’ve stayed longer if the sky hadn’t started

to go home,” Hadley said, picking her up.

the promise of delicious

called out. Joy looked up to see Eric walking toward them, smiling

delight, squirming in Hadley’s arms.

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expression darkened. What was Eric

arms, wanting Eric

but then reluctantly let

lifted Joy into his arms, heart swelling at how

him proudly, “Mommy! This is

stroked her hair.

turned to Hadley and said carefully, “Hi, I’m Eric

sarcastic smile. So this was

Joy outright, was he

directly