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

Chapter 1535:

This calculated secrecy rested on her conviction that established presence would ultimately compel familial acceptance.

Standing amid the hushed elegance of the VIP arrivals section, Colleen powered up her device and discovered Hadley’s message awaiting her attention.

“Colleen, apologies for the sudden change. Unforeseen circumstances prevent my arrival as planned! My brother has graciously volunteered as a substitute. Exceedingly approachable, he’ll provide any assistance required.”

The message concluded with Brady’s image attached for identification purposes.

Upon studying the photograph, Colleen’s eyebrow arched appreciatively. “The familial resemblance is undeniable…”

Hadley’s renowned beauty evidently extended to her male sibling—genetic fortune had bestowed equally striking features upon this handsome young man.

At that precise moment, her phone rang.

unrecognized sequence of digits

suggested Hadley’s sibling as the likely caller. She

“Hello?”

masculine voice resonated through

assumption. “Am I speaking with Miss Hayes? I’m Brady, Hadley’s brother. My

informed,” Colleen interjected, amusement warming her tone. “Hadley’s message arrived

he responded, audible relief coloring

assignment reached me with minimal notice—insufficient time to prepare

positioned at the VIP arrivals exit. My height approaches six feet two, I’m attired in a contrasting white shirt and black trousers, and I’ll visibly signal with

begins with

immediately identified a towering figure nearby, his back currently presented to her

was undoubtedly her

steps, she approached him, device still pressed to her ear.

you? From which direction?”