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

Chapter 1066:

Having observed Eric’s prowess up close, Phillips was immensely impressed.

It was only recently that Phillips discovered Eric’s true lineage—that he was a Scott, not a Flynn!

This talent, no doubt, was a legacy from his biological father, Ferris. Ironically, fate had woven a harsh narrative, and now Eric was poised to use his innate skills against his own father!

Indeed, Eric saw it this way; his family had never shown him affection, leaving him with nothing but his talent.

His phone vibrated with an incoming message from Hadley.

“Still at it, so tonight’s a late one. I’ll swing by the hospital first thing tomorrow. Try to get some sleep.”

A wave of relief washed over Eric. Though she couldn’t be there, her words calmed his uneasy heart.

He shut his eyes, willing himself to sleep. Tomorrow, Hadley would be there.

he awoke, but Hadley’s voice seemed to float through the

was speaking with the nurse, inquiring about his recent health

holding up well, though his temperature did spike briefly last night. However, it never exceeded 100.4°F.”

them, and knelt in front of Hadley, gently grasping her

earnestly into her eyes, he pleaded, “Hadley,

know.” Hadley remained still, her voice soft yet firm. “I do believe you care

after her. He wouldn’t have come to

then why?”

posed her own question. “Remember when I adored you, always stayed by

brings you fresh

fell silent.

to weigh

to explain that just because you have feelings for me doesn’t mean I’m obligated to reciprocate them or

that! I don’t believe you don’t feel anything for me!” As he spoke, his grip on her hand tightened, his eyes welling up with tears. “You

calm, her voice steady and composed. “When I look at you now, I see the person I used to be. Powerless. Alone. Forced to rely on someone else’s mercy. It’s not easy—I know how hard that