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

Chapter 1529:

Clearing his throat, he addressed Hadley directly. “Milly’s made her choice clear, so please accept it graciously.”

Satisfied, Milly smiled warmly and gently squeezed Hadley’s hand. “You and Eric, happy together.”

Emotion overwhelmed Eric as he gazed lovingly at his mother, a sudden warmth filling his vision.

Gently, he nudged Hadley with encouragement. “You should accept it.”

Turning toward Eric briefly, Hadley softened, her smile tender as she graciously accepted the gift. “I truly appreciate this, Mrs. Scott.”

“Good.” Milly flashed her a big grin.

Ernest and Elissa soon moved forward, taking their turn.

said to Hadley, “Best wishes on this new chapter,

of you, Ernest,”

“Now, Eric…”

Eric a pointed stare. “You invited

“Your presence here is what matters

into coming empty-handed, but I’ll be sure

in cheerfully before Hadley could say

hesitated, narrowing his eyes at Eric’s shameless grin—but quickly decided it wasn’t worth

said with an apologetic shrug. “I’m empty-handed

interrupting with a playful wave. “Really, you’re family, and your presence

for Hadley’s hand and said softly, “Hadley, I’m so happy for

hand back, sharing a quiet moment of joy. Just then, sharp cracks filled the air, and glittering confetti burst

champagne bottles. Both turned expectantly toward Eric. “Just waiting on your word—should we get these

“Go for it!”