The Mysterious Billionaire and His Substitute Bride

Janet saw that Laney’s face was slightly pale and she looked more fragile and beautiful. She suddenly had the urge to protect her. After pursing her lips, she said, “Miss Garcia, please pardon me for not coming before now to express my gratitude to you for saving my life. I didn’t have the strength to get out of bed previously. I’m here to thank you and also invite you for lunch.”

Laney readily accepted the invitation. The three of them went to a restaurant near the hospital and had lunch.

The bright sun rays reflected on the glass windows of the restaurant. A few people were inside at that time. The tantalizing aroma of different foods, snacks, and drinks filled the air.

Janet sat next to her husband, while Laney sat directly opposite her. Ethan took the teapot and poured some tea for them.

The two women chatted happily.

“Miss Garcia, what do you do for a living? Which company do you work for?” Janet asked inquisitively.

To buy some time, Laney took a sip of tea and stole a glance at Ethan.

They had both discussed what she would say to Janet, but she didn’t want it to seem too prompt.

“Well, I used to be a secretary. But the company I worked for laid off a huge chunk of their staff and I got fired. Currently, I am job hunting,” Laney replied straightforwardly and then set down the teacup carefully.

Janet had begun to feel sorry for her when something occurred to her and her eyes lit up. She remembered that the Larson Group was currently recruiting secretaries for senior executives. “Our company is currently recruiting new employees. Would you like

He didn’t seem uncomfortable with Janet’s offer. He just sat straight at the table and did nothing. Laney was relieved to see

an aloof woman anymore. Janet saw that underneath Laney’s indifferent appearance, was a softhearted woman who had a

that the woman who Ethan and Garrett ordered her to protect had a

had been hired as a bodyguard. She thought, ‘I wonder why they are keeping her in the dark. It would have been more convenient if she knows my job. Anyway, it’s none of my business. I’m ready to do my job and keep my lips sealed

a good word for you. Perhaps we could become colleagues.”

you. I hope so too,” Laney commented

she could

gaze became gentle as he stared at the expectant look on his wife’s face. He patted her head and declared, “Of course,

got to the Larson Group the next day, he gave Laney’s fake resume

the company, Janet’s suggestion was a welcomed development. He wanted Laney to protect her

did you give me this woman’s resume?” A chill ran down Garrett’s spine when he saw

protect Janet at all times.” Ethan’s tone was authoritative. He wasn’t making a suggestion. He

in a split second. He asked sadly,