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

Chapter 1316:

“Elissa?” Ernest narrowed his eyes and leaned in, keeping his voice soft. “Out of everyone here, I’m probably the one you’re most at ease with.”

He was right. When it came down to it, she’d rather turn to him than approach her supervisor.

“I think…” Her voice trembled, barely escaping her lips.

But Ernest caught every word. His expression didn’t change. Without hesitation, he shrugged off his suit jacket.

“Just lift your arms a little for me.”

Carefully, he wrapped the coat around her waist and knotted the sleeves in front like it was second nature.

The way he tied the jacket, it covered her waist completely—both front and back.

That brought a sense of relief. At least now Elissa wouldn’t have to deal with the humiliation of people noticing any stain on her dress. Still, the thought of ruining his probably high-end suit jacket made her stomach twist with guilt.

at her, Ernest paused for a few seconds and

to

jacket alone

cafeteria, his arm steady around

hushed voices began

“Who is that woman?”

I thought he and his

you talking about Linda? Word is, they already broke

think that’s his new

“Could be…”

nearby table, Elissa’s supervisor was getting

imagination starts at g

colleague asked him. He raised his hands in defense. “Beats me. She’s never said a

Flynn’s not the type to get close to women easily… The only

CEO’s office, Ernest guided Elissa to the couch and helped her ease down

as he watched