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

Chapter 890:

True to form, Eric’s smile was mild but persistent, gently urging her, “Are you mad? Upset that I showed up? Do you remember what day today is?”

Hadley, seething with irritation, couldn’t remember the significance of the date.

“You’ve really forgotten,” Eric teased, gently tapping her forehead. “It’s time for your doctor’s appointment. Remember?” The realization cooled Hadley’s frustration somewhat.

With a gentle grip on her hand, Eric muttered, “Am I to think you’re negligent with your own affairs, or is it just memory lapses?”

Laughing lightly, he added, “Thankfully, Joy inherited her intelligence from her father.”

Hadley responded with a glare full of bitterness.

“My apologies,” realizing his mistake, Eric quickly amended. “She’s intelligent and beautiful, just like you. Let’s not delay the doctor any longer. He tends to be a little impatient.”

In Srixby, Eric’s authority was rarely questioned. However, the doctor was one of the few who wasn’t afraid to challenge him.

this, Hadley silently got into the car

silence persisted even at the

remains distressed. I would recommend halting the treatment if this continues;

a loss for words. He was well

the doctor said as he guided Hadley to the treatment

fantastic tales on gαℓησν??s;

voice, “How did the treatment go? Are you feeling uncomfortable anywhere?” After a pause, the tension in Hadley seemed to dissolve a bit. She shook her

gently. “Let’s head

about we grab dinner together? It’s best to

Hadley turned to face him with a serious gaze. She got straight to the point, asking, “What’s your endgame,

the steering wheel, yet he kept his smile, asking innocently, “What do you

funds, mingling with the crew, lavish meals, whisking

as he turned serious.

over,” Hadley declared without hesitation.