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

Chapter 1528:

Glancing around now, Hadley noticed an expansive lawn stretched alongside the garden.

It had been completely transformed, beautifully set up with elegant tables, comfortable seating, vibrant flower arrangements, and musicians ready to play.

Eric moved closer, gently whispering near her ear, “I planned this whole evening around my proposal. Did the surprise make you happy?”

Before she could form an answer, Hadley’s attention shifted to a familiar group approaching from a short distance away.

At the front were Ferris and Milly, grinning broadly.

Just steps behind, Ernest and Elissa appeared, followed closely by Marshall, Barrie, and Brady—everyone who mattered to them had gathered here tonight. Squeezing her fingers warmly, Eric muttered, “I’m relieved you accepted my proposal; otherwise, all our friends and family would’ve had to sneak back home.”

He’d invited everyone they cared about to share in this life-changing moment. Hadley’s rejection would’ve meant sending their loved ones home disappointed, ending the night abruptly. Luckily, that didn’t happen.

“Look who’s here.”

by side, Ferris and

to remain calm and engage in brief conversations whenever clarity touched her

diligently practiced speaking the

she anxiously glanced at

said warmly. “I’m proud of

smile lit Milly’s face as she turned eagerly

tales on

you, Mrs. Scott,” Hadley said gently, stepping closer

been wearing on her wrist, and

said

astonishment, completely unprepared for such a gesture. Although jewelry wasn’t her area of

Milly certainly wasn’t the

some fancy auction years ago? Surprised you’re okay with giving it away.” Did that mean this bracelet