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

Chapter 1576:

“I know you’re awake…” he added, leaning over to help her sit up.

Her eyes snapped open, annoyance flaring as she glared at him. “Eric! Why do you have to be so relentless? Can’t you give me some peace?”

“Not anymore.” Bitterness tinged his voice as he gathered her into his arms. “I’m not going to leave you on your own again. Never.”

A wave of emotion burned behind her eyes. She said nothing.

A sharp knock rattled the door.

Both turned in unison.

Outside, Joy’s small voice called out, “Mommy, are you in there? Are you awake yet?”

Their eyes met, sharing a silent understanding. Hadley spoke urgently. “Go—don’t let Joy come inside!”

“Got it.”

Eric moved quickly.

door, and greeted their daughter.

catch a glimpse of her mother. “Is Mommy there?

“Not now, sweetheart.”

lifted Joy, gently keeping her

can’t I? I miss

Eric crouched beside her and

surgery, even a mild cold

You have to stay

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quick nod, recalling exactly what her mother had told

pressed a gentle kiss to her messy hair. “So, let’s wait until Mommy feels better. Then

in a small pout. “Alright… Is Mommy

a little cold. Once she rests and takes her medicine, she’ll be

Joy’s voice as