Laney obediently nodded and took two more spoonfuls of food.

Wiping her mouth, she stood up, intending to go upstairs and get dressed.

However, she got up too quickly and nearly tripped over the table leg. Laney reacted swiftly, avoiding a fall.

Vera was startled and patted her chest, sighing in relief. “Don’t be so careless next time. You can’t afford to be clumsy anymore, Laney. Think about the baby you’re carrying.”

“I’m sorry, Mom,” Laney apologized hurriedly.

She grabbed the stair railing and climbed slowly, being cautious.

After changing clothes, Laney began her etiquette lessons.

It was a long and exhausting day for her.

When she finally returned to her room, it was already nine o’clock at night.

crumbling under the pressure of

made

be much more challenging for Laney than she had anticipated.

as she lay in bed for a few seconds,

going? Are you getting along with my parents?” Garrett asked in a smooth voice. Laney massaged her sore shoulders and murmured, “Mom and Dad are treating me well. I’m happy to

can stay with them a bit longer.”

your job going?”

told Brandon that I’m leaving the Larson Group,” he said, his voice

weight of his decision. Laney knew he was the rightful heir to the Harding family, and Larson Group was merely a stepping stone towards taking charge of their family business. The current

I’m resigning,” Garrett continued, his tone tinged with concern.

conversation. Her emotions were

wake-up call awaiting her the

Larson Group. He blew kisses through

her eyes in frustration, ending the call and pulling the duvet up to her forehead. The weight

Charis left to undergo therapy, while Garrett resigned to take over his family’s business. These sudden changes caused panic

to inquire about her progress. “How is

for work,”

for years and trusting him, Brandon

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