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

Chapter 1478:

“Of course.”

Hadley tucked a stray curl behind Joy’s ear, her voice like honey. “Let’s go get you into your beautiful gown, my little twin.”

“Yay!” Joy squealed, her excitement bubbling over as she twirled in place.

As they’d promised each other, mother and daughter dressed to match—two glimmering reflections of joy and love. When they stood before the mirror, the image was almost surreal: Hadley, graceful and composed; Joy, radiant and bursting with glee.

But in the corner of the room, Eric watched quietly, his gaze lingering on Hadley. She was smiling, laughing even—but her eyes didn’t match the rest. He didn’t say anything—not yet. Joy’s laughter still filled the space, and he wasn’t about to dim it.

It wasn’t until they returned to Olisvale Bay, after Joy had been tucked away under Melba’s care, that Eric finally sought her out.

had already slipped out of

the phone down—and that was

knuckles. “Why the serious look? Is it because of Linda?” A pause. Then, he asked, “Did

moment. His intuition was spot

are numbered,” she replied, her voice even but tinged with unease. “Any idea what she meant by

clearly caught off guard. “She

drew together in a frown as he shook his head. “Don’t

Hadley asked, watching his expression carefully. “She agreed to

he said. “She wants to

narrowed slightly, suspicious. “She told you that? Did you two

at all.” He flashed her

arms. “Come on, what are you thinking? I’ve been glued to you and Joy all day—when would I have had time for