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

Chapter 66 Find Her A Suitable Match

Abruptly, light burst through the room, causing Hadley and Eric to instinctively close their eyes against its gare.

“Look, the power’s back!”

A wave of relief washed over Hadley as she opened her eyes,

Yet, she suddenly stopped short.

Eric's face, undeniably handsome, loomed close enough that their breaths mingled. His lips, tantalizingly close,

seemed poised to meet hers.

This closeness...

Was he about to kiss her?

Panic fluttered in Hadley’s chest, her skin damp with a nervous sweat. Surely not. Eric’s known disdain for her

made such a thought laughable.

Perhaps the darkness had tricked his senses.

“Hey...” In a gentle reminder, Hadley murmured, “The lights are back on now.”

Eric looked up, his face unreadable.

Internally, he was in turmoil.

Was he just moments away from kissing Hadley? How could that even happen? When had she begun to affect

him so?

What went wrong?

What had led to this?

Attempting to appear detached, Eric stepped back and said casually, “Well, everything seems normal now, |

should get going.”

“Alright.”

Rising too, Hadley escorted him to the door. “Be careful out there.”

“Will do.”

With that, Eric left and didn’t look back.

Stepping out of the apartment building, Eric stopped and gazed up at the light from Hadley’s window. His

expression was inscrutable, the shadows of his long eyelashes veiling any hint of his thoughts.

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The following day.

Eric made his way to see his elder brother, Ernest.

A phone call from Ernest's doctor had prompted Eric’s visit, arriving alone as Linda was tied up with a film.

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The call had been urgent, with the doctor needing to speak directly to Eric.

“Can you lay out the situation for me?”

Eric's brow creased with concern, dreading potentially dire news.

The doctor offered a smile, reassuringly. “Mr. Flynn, don’t worry, | bring good news. We've got a promising

opportunity. A breakthrough drug from Aradimen, specifically designed for conditions like your brother's.”

“What?” Eric's interest sparked. “Really? Tellmore.”

The doctor explained, “This new treatment was developed by a team in Aradimen and is showing promise in

clinical trials, particularly with patients trapped in long-term vegetative states.”

Continuing, the doctor added, “Given that your brother has been comatose yet stable due to excellent care, this

treatment could prove effective.”

However, the medication was rare and not mass-produced, making it both costly and difficult to obtain. Yet,

Eric’s family had resources. The doctor believed Eric could manage what he couldn't.

“Mr. Flynn, do you think you can secure this drug?”

“Yes.” Eric nodded. “I'll figure it out.”

Determined, Eric committed to doing all necessary to retrieve the drug for Ernest, hopeful to bring him back from

the brink of his long confinement.

Pausing briefly, Eric then instructed the doctor, “Let’s keep this between us, away from my grandmother and

Linda for the moment.”

“Okay, | understand.”

The doctor nodded, understanding Eric’s cautious approach.

While the treatment had proven effective for some, its success was far from guaranteed. Past experiences had

tempered their expectations.

Eric chose to bear this hope and potential heartache alone until there was undeniable proof of Ernest's recovery.

Should Ernest awaken, it would be a moment for collective joy. But if not, the weight of the letdown would rest

solely on Eric's shoulders.

Nyla was making a steady recovery following her operation.

Over recent days, she had been gearing up to leave the healthcare facility.

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Looking ahead, her recovery would be better supported at home, especially given the resources at the Flynn

family’s disposal, surpassing any facility's capabilities.

On Nyla’s release day, Hadley paid her a visit.

“Hadley.” Nyla’s face brightened, grasping Hadley’s hand warmly. “You're always the first to show up, such a

dear.”

At that moment, Eric swung the door open and stepped in. Catching sight of Hadley, a spark of joy flashed in his

eyes, his voice betraying a cheerful note.

With a playful raise of his eyebrow, he jokingly said, “So, my nights here count for nothing, Grandma?”

“Stop fishing for compliments,” Nyla replied, patting Hadley’s hand. “Hadley is far more considerate than you.

You just stand there like you're barely even present.”

Eric chuckled. “Alright, Hadley wins hands down.”

“That's right.”

Nyla drew Hadley in closer, making her intentions clear. “Hadley, you're staying at my place for the next few

days.”

Her statement was decisive, allowing no debate.

Caught off guard, Hadley faltered. “Nyla, this... doesn’t seem right, does it?”

With the current state of her relationship with Eric, moving into the Flynn residence seemed inappropriate and

questionable.

“Why wouldn't that be right?”

Nyla’s gaze hardened slightly. “Does the fact that you and Eric aren't together mean you stop caring about me

as well?”

“That's not it at all.” Hadley quickly shook her head.

“Then do as | said.”

Nyla’s expression softened. “You are always like my own beloved granddaughter, and you always will be no

matter what. I've just been discharged, so is it too much to ask for your company for a few days?”

At that, Hadley found it hard to decline.

To bolster Nyla’s request, Eric added his persuasion, “Hadley, please agree. Linda is away, and Grandma could

really use the company.”

It would appear quite unkind to decline now.

Left with little option, Hadley conceded. “Okay, I'll stay for a bit.”

“Wonderful.” Nyla expressed her approval, gently patting Hadley’s hand and caressing her hair. “You're such a

sweetheart.”

Given her upcoming stay, Hadley needed to gather sbelongings from her apartment. Nyla asked Eric to

ensure she returned safely to the Flynn Mansion.

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Eric would have volunteered regardless of Myla’s muggestin

Once at West Twelfth Aley. Hadley quickly packed her essentiale and they set off for the flyn anden

During the drive, Hadley suddenly remembered to ask, “By the way is you know whom tutude wit

“In a couple of days. What makes you sek

Hadley nodded, and then said, “Can you givea heads up before the returne

“What?” Eric looked at her, puzzled for a moment. “Why do pes need to know

Hadley was surprised. Didn't he get it?

“So | can leave,” she explained. “You're aware she wouldn't appreciate sharing the sas the

Upon hearing this, Eric stiffened, his hold on the steering wheel tightening

He chuckled softly. “You're thinking too much. Linda lant one to bear grudges. The probably fort’ten tald

it against you anymore.”

Really?

A subtle smile tugged at Hadley’s lips as she gently shook her head

“Then just think of it asnot having the courage to face her.”

At her words, Eric caught his breath. Those were the very swords he had once spoken to her.

In that moment, he found himself unable to argue.

Later that evening, Hadley was getting accustomed to life at the Flynn Mansion

Following the meal, Nyla requested Eric to stay for a private conversation.

“Grandma, is there something you need?”

“Yes.” Nyla held her tea cup delicately, taking small sips. “Do you understand why | insisted Hadley stay?”

Eric quirked an eyebrow. “Wasn't it to keep you company?”

“You...”

Nyla glared at her clueless grandson, chuckling weakly as she shook her head.

Exhaling deeply, she admitted, “Never mind. I've accepted it. If you really don’t have feelings for Hadley, I'll

cto terms with that.”

Eric looked confused. “What did | do now?”

This conversation seemed to drift back to an old accusation-that he didn’t care enough for Hadley.

“What did you do?” Nyla fixed him with a stern look. “Even if romance is off the table, you could at least act

like her brother. You two spent years together under this sroof, yet, you don’t even seem to remember her

birthday! If Ernest were here, he'd never forget.”

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