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

Chapter 996:

Without it, Hadley would never forgive him—of that, he was certain.

“Mr. Flynn!”

But this time, Eric found his path blocked by a phalanx of bodyguards dressed in black suits, forming an impenetrable barrier around Ferris.

Eric laughed mockingly. “Trying to stop me? Bring it on, all of you!” None of the guards made a move. With Eric recognized as the sole heir of the Scott family, they dared not act.

Eric’s eyes bore into Ferris with the intensity of sharpened steel. “Ferris, listen carefully, I won’t end your life today, but this isn’t over! I told you if you dare harm anyone I hold dear, I would become your fiercest adversary, and I would ensure the downfall of your Scott empire! My words are my bond!”

His expression then softened into a sly smile. “So, you’re left with no successor? Just watch—the Scott empire will collapse under your watch!”

Eric whirled around to face another barrier of bodyguards. His expression darkened as he yelled, “Get out of my way!”

eyes flicking to Ferris for direction. With

brow furrowed in concern.

responded with measured calm, “Quickly, find that person.” Cordell tensed, immediately grasping the gravity

A nurse was present, vigilant but not obstructive. Eric could have forced his entry if he

dreaded the thought of causing Hadley

he possibly explain everything to Hadley now, even though he had found out

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A nurse gently held a cup to her lips, helping her sip water before nodding toward the door.

blinked, puzzled. Could

“Not the one named Denver. It’s the other one. The short-tempered one.” Ah. That had to be Eric. He came back? Persistent as

cup aside, the nurse dabbed the corners of Hadley’s mouth. “But no visitors tonight. Doctor’s

guided Hadley to lie back down. “Try

a soft nod.