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

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Eric returned a faint nod, his demeanor cool and detached.

Upon turning to Hadley, the crew member’s tone softened with concern. “What happened? Your makeup… it’s going to need a touch-up.”

“Right…” Hadley replied, her voice trailing off as she cast a worried glance at Ayla.

“I’m fine, really,” Ayla reassured her with a rueful smile. “Go on. I can handle myself.”

With the crew member gently pressing her to move along, Hadley relented. “Call me if you need anything, okay?”

“Will do. Don’t fret,” Ayla said, waving her off.

The crew member flashed a polite smile at Eric. “Mr. Scott, please, excuse us.”

Hadley followed the crew member, leaving the scene behind as the air grew still, with only Eric and Ayla remaining.

as she gingerly lifted her arm. “I’ll head out

his gaze settling on her for a moment.

we collaborated on a project

Eric said, nodding thoughtfully. “Thank you for stepping in

not been for Ayla’s quick action, Hadley might have been

all,” Ayla said, shaking her head

considering his next words. “You’re with East Entertainment Media,

Ayla admitted with a light shrug. “Just wrapped up

his tone measured. “What if I arranged for you to join Hadley’s current project? Would you be

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opportunity had just landed in

she exclaimed, nodding vigorously. “Thank you,

Eric replied, his voice calm but firm as he grew serious. “But I have one condition. I need you to look out for Hadley. If something like today’s incident occurs again, I expect you to shield her as you did just

would have

an enthusiastic nod, her face brightening with genuine excitement. “Being on set with Hadley was something I truly