The Double Life of My Billionaire Husband

Chapter 713

Casting a frigid glance at his former classmates, Garrett was filled with revulsion as he departed with Laney.

He never imagined his peers would become so callous and elitist over the years, particularly Kailee. Once kindhearted, she had morphed into a spiteful individual.

He couldn’t stomach spending another second in such a duplicitous and repugnant environment.

As Garrett and Laney exited, the atmosphere at the party turned even more uncomfortable. Gazing at the retreating couple, Kailee seethed with jealousy and rage.

Emerging from the seclusion of the private room, Laney’s intuition was ablaze, detecting that the history bet**en Garrett and Kailee was far from simple.

The jealousy that sparked in Kailee’s eyes as Garrett held Laney was undeniable. If envy could manifest as a lethal blade, Laney would have surely perished at Kailee’s hands.

Upon settling into the car, Laney feigned seriousness, her voice tinged with confusion. “Why do I get the sense that your connection with Kailee goes beyond just being old classmates?”

Garrett was taken aback by Laney’s perceptiveness, his pulse quickening. He fumbled for words, explaining, “We were an item back in our school days. But after graduation, we went our separate ways and haven’t really been in touch. I didn’t mention it earlier because I didn’t want you to feel envious. I swear!”

Witnessing Garrett’s disarray, Laney couldn’t supp**ss her laughter any longer, her amusement spilling over. “Don’t worry. I don’t succumb to jealousy on a whim. But…” Garrett’s anxiety returned.

“What?” Laney’s exp**ssion turned icy. “Kailee’s actions were despicable. It’s one thing to insult me, but to demean Natalie as well? That’s simply unbearable.”

“Sweetheart, don’t worry!” Garrett patted his ch*st with conviction, promising, “From now on. I’ll keep my distance from people like them and never let them harm you!”

“That’s a relief.”

home neared. Suddenly, Laney experienced a sharp pain in her abdomen, her face drained of color.

gathered her into his arms, concern etched on his face. “What’s going on? Are you having stomach cramps?” Laney

it hurts…” Fearful for her wellbeing, Garrett barked at the driver, “To the

at

assured them Laney’s condition wasn’t severe. Emotional upheaval had merely

caution, the doctor advised Laney to remain

heart lightened Yet, seeing Laney’s pallid complexion as she lay in bed,

honey. I didn’t

have taken you to that class

your fault. Besides,

Garrett apologized again, guilt-ridden. “Our baby

the world outside.” Laney’s tenderness only intensified Garrett’s self-condemnation. He berated himself internally for causing such a wonderful wife to endure so much pain. He felt

upon Laney’s

the gathering and the tense car ride. Consumed by guilt and frustration, he retreated to

while since he last smoked, having quit when Laney became pregnant. Nevertheless, just as he ignited his cigarette, he noticed Leo and Vera hastily emerging from the elevator. Catching sight of him, they

out the cigarette with

that Laney was

happened today?” Leo questioned,

interrogation bore down on him, Garrett struggled to find the words to defend