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

Chapter 199 Her Miscarriage

“Much better, thank you,” Linda said, resting back against the headboard, her complexion still a bit washed out

but her smile reassuring.

“That's great to hear. Ernest will be here shortly. Drink swater in the meantime,” Eric suggested warmly,

picking up a glass with a straw from the bedside table and assisting her to sip without needing to use her hands.

There was a gentle double knock at the door.

“Excuse the intrusion.” Hadley’s voice cthrough as she tapped lightly.

Eric, without turning, remained beside the bed in silence.

“Is that Hadley?” Linda's expression brightened a touch as she saw who it was, signaling her closer. “Cin,

please.”

She gave Eric a quick look that clearly meant-“Could you give us sspace?”

Without a word, Eric stood, retreating a few steps to stand by the wall with his hands casually tucked into his

pockets.

“I'd rather stand,” Hadley said, her gaze fixed on Linda and deliberately avoiding Eric.

“There's something | need to talk to you about-just the two of us,” she added, her tone suggesting it was time

for Eric to leave the room.

“Alright.”

Linda, having a rough idea what Hadley wanted to talk about, turned towards Eric. “Could you give us a minute,

please?”

Eric’s response was immediate and firm. “I can’t do that. Ernest askedto stay with you until he gets here.”

Did he think Hadley posed a risk to Linda?

A mocking laugh escaped Hadley’s lips, though she kept her voice low and her gaze cold. “Don’t worry, Eric. The

room is under surveillance. If | were to attack her, you'd have all the evidence you need to havearrested

Eric flinched, surprised by her implication.

Was Linda's safety his concern? Of course not!

Did Hadley even know that he was the reason she had been released from custody so quickly? Did she just

automatically assthat he sided with Linda?

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Yet, he chose not to clarify, particularly not with others listening.

His patience wearing thin, Eric retorted sharply than he intended, “What, should we wait for you to hurt her

before we intervene? The police can handle you after the fact, but they can’t undo the harm done to Linda.”

Caught off guard by his reaction, Hadley’s features hardened, and she fell silent, her plans momentarily

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disrupted by his words.

Was he making his feelings obvious now?

His concern for Linda

a was unmistakable!

Indeed, when someone he cared about was in danger, it was natural for him be get protective.

Unable to sway him, she directed her question to Linda instead. “What do you say? You want him to stay?”

“Hold on a moment.” Linda, ever the “mediator”, intervened. “Eric, please, it’s okay. I'll be safe. Hadley and I just

need a moment to speak. Could you leave us alone for a bit?”

Eric’s brow creased in suspicion. What could they need to discuss that couldn’t be said in his presence?

He suspected Hadley’s visit had a purpose, perhaps to advocate for Elissa. But she was appealing to the wrong

person; she should be speaking to him instead...

Still, he decided to bide his time, waiting for her to realize her approach was futile and seek him out. “Alright, I'll

leave.”

Eric glanced at his watch. The timing couldn’t be better; Ernest was due to arrive soon. He decided to go get

him. Outside the room, Eric instructed Phillips, “Keep your eyes peeled. If anything happens, intervene

immediately.” “Understood, Mr. Flynn.”

The atmosphere in the room grew calmer.

Hadley let out a silent sigh of relief. Clearly, a word from Linda held more sway than her own long explanations.

Turning to Linda, Hadley knew it was tto address the pressing issue.

“You're aware of what we need to discuss, aren't you?”

A nervous swallow betrayed Linda’s apprehension.

Hadley continued, “You're aware of the real circumstances of your fall. It was an accident, and honestly, the

whole thing was initiated by you.”

“What is it that you want?”

With each word, Linda’s discomfort grew.

The shock of her assistant calling the police still lingered, she hadn't anticipated such an outcome.

“It’s straightforward,” Hadley said, her gaze firm and her thoughts sharp. “Elissa has a video on her phone that

shows you tripping me... | need you to withdraw the charges. | need to ensure Elissa is safe.”

“Alright. Linda quickly consented, aware of the stakes involved.

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The thought of the video leaking terrified her-no entertainer today could survive such a scandal.

Despite the protection of the Flynn family, a damaged public image would undoubtedly lead to her being

ostracized.

Such an incident would certainly spell disaster for her career.

“But...” Linda’s hands were tightly clenched, her palms slick with perspiration. “I must have her phone to ensure

the evidence is utterly obliterated.”

“Agreed,” Hadley responded, nodding firmly. “The police currently hold Elissa’s phone. As soon as she’s released,

it will be in your hands.”

“Deal.” Linda acknowledged, nodding in return.

She felt no real concern over Hadley retracting her promise. If the phone wasn’t delivered, she could simply

reverse her decision. After all, they were both deeply entangled in this predicament.

At that very moment.

Ernest had arrived, though he hadn't notified Eric beforehand.

Instead of heading directly to Linda’s room, he chose first to visit the doctor's office to check on Linda's medical

status.

“She arrived covered in blood, which looked severe, but the injuries are superficial. There's just a minor fracture,

no bones were seriously harmed, so no surgery is necessary.”

Ernest exhaled in relief. “Thank you.”

“You're welcome,” the doctor replied.

The doctor hesitated but then continued, “However, Mr. Flynn... her fainting was due to intense pain from a

weakened constitution. Apparently, her recovery from the miscarriage hasn't been that well.”

Being aware of the Flynn family’s prominence in Srixby made the doctor especially thorough.

“Mr. Flynn, should you consider having children again, she will need extensive care.”

Miscarriage?

A flicker of surprise crossed Ernest's face, though he maintained his composure, giving a slight nod. “Appreciate

the advice.”

“You're welcome, Mr. Flynn. Please, take care.”

“Yes, thank you ”

Ernest maneuvered his wheelchair to leave the doctor's office, his outward calm belying his inner turmoil. The

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news of Linda's miscarriage was a shock.

His face grew somber as he processed the

news

“Ernest!” Eric hurried over. “Did you just get here? | was at the entrance looking for you.”

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“I've been speaking with the doctor about Linda's situation.”

“Good news, her injuries aren't severe. Con. I'll take you to her now.”

“Okay.”

Arriving at the ward, they found Hadley had already left.

“Ernest,” Linda said, her voice breaking as tears formed.

“Linda.” Ernest reached out to comfort her, taking her hand. “You've been through a lot. Rest assured, those

responsible will face consequences.”

“Yes, Ernest.” Eric agreed with a nod.

“Now, tellwhere it hurts the most?”

“Here... it's very painful...”

Feeling out of place, Eric decided to step outside, gently closing the door behind him.

He pulled out his phone to check for any messages from Hadley.

Was she avoiding him? Or perhaps too ashamed to face him?

Regardless, he knew she'd have to reach out eventually, for Elissa’s sake.

The following morning, Phillips arrived at Silver Villas to pick up Eric and brought simportant news. “Mr.

Flynn, the police station just called. Miss Harris has withdrawn her charges, and Elissa has been released!”

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