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.”

Suddenly, Laney experienced a sharp pain in

face. “What’s going on?

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

at the

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

doctor advised Laney

pallid complexion as she lay in bed, he couldn’t

so sorry, honey. I didn’t protect you

that class reunion. I had no idea they’d become so pretentious and two-faced in just a few short

him a reassuring smile, gently squeezing his hand. ‘It’s not your fault. Besides, the doctor says I’ll be fine. I just

sorry, honey,” Garrett apologized again, guilt-ridden. “Our baby has

little one might just be eager to explore 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 utterly

upon Laney’s slumbering

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

had been quite a 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 inquired with concern, “How

snuffing out the

hear that Laney was

today?” Leo questioned, his

Leo’s interrogation bore down on him, Garrett struggled to find