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

Chapter 1491:

“Your wish is my command,” Eric replied, his grin irrepressible as he swept her into his arms and carried her to the cloakroom.

Hadley selected an outfit and slipped it on, then tossed a set of clothes his way. “Your turn.”

Eric complied without protest.

Once they were both presentable, Hadley started toward the door, murmuring, “I wonder if Joy’s been looking for me…”

“Hadley!” Eric’s voice stopped her, and in an instant, he wrapped her in a gentle embrace from behind, his chin resting on her shoulder. His tone grew soft, almost solemn. “You’ll stay with me always, won’t you?”

Hadley paused, caught off guard, but her reply came swiftly this time. “Yes, I will.”

She knew all too well that hesitation would only prompt Eric to ask again—and again—until he heard what he longed for. Better to be direct and enjoy a moment’s peace.

kiss to

his lips as he added, “My memory’s sharper than you think, and

the door open

“Mommy!”

pout as she glared up at Melba, who gently held her back. “See? I told you Mommy

mistake, Joy. Sorry about that.” She released her grip. “Go

Joy squealed,

stories are

her daughter into her arms, a flush of embarrassment creeping up her cheeks in front of Melba. The staff had likely all realized she and Eric had returned

doing, tucked away in their room with

answer felt

kept Joy

grew hotter at

through, warm and playful as he emerged, arms outstretched with a grin. “Come here, let me hold