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.

time he awoke, but Hadley’s voice seemed

speaking with the nurse, inquiring about his recent health

did spike briefly last night. However, it never

stood, closed the distance between them, and knelt in front of Hadley, gently grasping her

eyes, he pleaded, “Hadley,

voice soft yet firm. “I do believe you care for

wouldn’t have come to her when his whole world

me, then why?” His

as she posed her own question. “Remember when I

brings you

fell silent.

response seemed to weigh heavily in the

up the past,” she clarified gently, shaking her head. “I’m trying to explain that just because you have feelings for me doesn’t mean I’m obligated to reciprocate them or accept

you don’t feel anything for me!” As he spoke, his grip on her hand tightened, his eyes welling up with

stayed 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