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.”

on. I’ll keep my distance from people like them and

“That’s a relief.”

their home neared. Suddenly, Laney experienced a sharp pain in her abdomen, her face drained of color. “I… my stomach doesn’t feel

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

her wellbeing, Garrett barked at the driver, “To the hospital,

promptly arrived at the

upheaval had merely induced fetal movement. With

side of caution, the doctor advised Laney to remain in the hospital

pallid complexion as

I didn’t

hand. I should never have taken you to that class

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

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

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.

upon Laney’s slumbering

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

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.

fine,” Garrett replied, snuffing out the

Laney was well,

today?” Leo questioned, his