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

Chapter 1647:

“Here’s how I see it.” A small sigh escaped Colleen’s lips. “For me, working and studying aren’t about getting by. I chase my dreams, not just comfort. If marriage is only for an easy life, I don’t need it. My family already gives me more than enough.”

She met his eyes and said plainly, “I don’t need any man to provide for me while I play the docile housewife. I am capable of standing on my own. Do you see what I mean?”

Her words left him rigid in his chair, his complexion turning pale as he reached for his water with a shaky hand. “I get what you’re saying.”

“Good,” Colleen replied, lifting a napkin and dabbing her lips. She reached for her phone. “I appreciate your time today. Let’s just split the bill, if you don’t mind.”

She had already checked the prices during their order and, without hesitation, sent her portion of the payment directly to him.

“That’s unnecessary…” The man tried to stop her.

Colleen lifted her phone and gave a small nod. “Already finished.”

away, offering a polite smile. “I’m full now. Unless you need anything else, I’ll be heading

to let the moment end, he asked, “Would

necessary.” She stood, swinging her bag over her arm, and shook her head. “I brought my own car,

as she

up from his seat and started

directly toward the

quiet garage, a sound caught her attention—footsteps

sense of unease crept in as she realized someone was tailing

𝔐𝔬𝔯𝔢 𝔲𝔭𝔡𝔞𝔱𝔢𝔰 𝔦𝔫 𝔤𝔞𝔩𝔫𝔬𝔳𝔢𝔩𝔰.𝔠𝔬𝔪

heartbeat picked up speed, each

slowed down to test her suspicion.

her pace, only to hear the footsteps quicken as well. Someone was really

Colleen tried to figure out

a deep breath, gripped her bag,