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

Chapter 1342:

“You’re counting on him to make a deal for my daughter’s sake, you’re fooling yourself. And when that fails… it’s going to be you and me, head-on.”

His voice dropped low, laced with warning. “So think carefully.” Gifford went still.

The ticking clock filled the silence.

At last, Gifford broke the stillness. “Alright. Deal. Let me stay in Srixby, and I swear—your daughter stays safe.”

Eric’s eyes narrowed, his voice hard as steel. “I’m taking her with me. First.”

“What?” Gifford blinked in disbelief. He then let out a slow, amused chuckle. “Eric, do you even hear yourself? You think handing your daughter over to you now guarantees my safety? Tell me, why would I ever bust you with that?”

Eric let out a faint sneer as he reached into his pocket and drew out a folding knife.

With a swift flick, the blade snapped open, reflecting a cold, sharp glint.

you trying to do?” Gifford

instinctively stepped in, closing

lost it?” Gifford shot to his feet. “You’d seriously do

Eric could definitely remember.

mother is waiting just outside for her… Give my daughter back.

held up the knife he was

in Srixby. Once it’s settled… I’ll return for my finger!” His brows lifted slightly. “Well? Do you think that’s a

speechless. “You… You’re

smile, each word ringing with unwavering resolve.

my

settled over the

content

without hesitation, the

strangled cry, clenching his eyes

blurred and he nearly passed out! But

drenched in cold sweat and