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

Chapter 1346:

“Alright.”

Without another word, Hadley left the room.

As soon as she reached the corridor near the OR, her steps slowed. She then paused mid-step, her body tense with caution. She’d dealt with Ferris before, and it hadn’t been pleasant—he never liked her. Ferris let out a low grunt and gave her a look, a faint smile tugging at his lips.

“Didn’t expect to see you here.”

Without saying a word, Hadley gave a small nod.

“Take a seat.” Ferris motioned toward the long bench near the entrance, clearly ready for a serious talk.

Though uncertain, Hadley did as she was told and sat down.

“Listen…” His gaze stayed fixed on the tightly shut operating room doors. His voice was low and heavy. “You’re the reason he ended up like this.”

of emotion crossed

have risked a lot, but

a dry laugh, speaking as if she wasn’t even there. “I’ve warned him more than once—women stir up trouble. But did he listen? Never. And now, here we are.” Then

if you hadn’t stirred up trouble,

Ferris…” Hadley’s brows knitted together. She opened her mouth, ready to defend

Ferris brushed aside her weak protest. “The man’s obsessed. That’s all there is to it. You’re all he ever wants… Fine,

caught her off guard. Her eyes blinked slowly, trying to

then the least you can do is stay by his side.”

to his feet, Ferris

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lips curved. “You have no idea how much pressure

sighed and then continued, “I’m old, and he’s the only son who’s made something of himself. If you being near him gives him peace, then I’ll let you stay. But if you cause more harm than good… You

glance, Ferris turned and

echoing through her mind as her fingers

hours slipped by before the doors to the operating room finally