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

Chapter 1593:

She blinked in surprise. He wanted a reward?

Her brows knitted in confusion. “What kind of reward are you asking for?”

“I want to kiss you.” Ernest leaned in slowly, stopping just before their lips touched. “Will you let me?”

Elissa’s face turned a vivid shade of red as she fidgeted with her hands, unsure of what to do.

“So, you’re not saying no? I’ll take that as a yes then.” He noticed she wasn’t pulling away.

Ernest slipped a hand behind her neck and gently pulled her closer, his other hand softly supporting her cheek as he pressed his lips to hers.

When their lips finally met, it felt as if the world around them fell away. Both of their hearts skipped a beat, as though an invisible spark had passed between them.

time it

stomach let out a loud

Elissa blinked at him, her cheeks still burning from the kiss. “Why are you laughing at

hungry,” Ernest said, giving her a gentle

and then she grabbed her stomach, mortified. Was that really

How humiliating!

“Looks like we’ve got perfect timing. Let’s get something

a low grumble. “Didn’t

gave a small shake of his head, the corners of his mouth lifting. “I was too wrapped up in my own schemes to focus on food.” He offered a gentle

now

this was not the same one he had used earlier with

see.” Elissa gave a quiet nod and allowed him to guide her inside. Her stomach had been rumbling, and she wasted no time digging into her food, savoring

they stepped back into the hallway, Ernest cast her a pleased look, his voice light as

crossed Elissa’s face. “What do