The Substitute Wife: My Poor Husband Is A Billionaire

Chapter 1181 Let Him Stay

As Ian’s accusation against Lola spilled forth, Laney found herself deeply impressed by his remarkable expertise as a personal assistant. The relentless barrage of queries from Ian left Lola flushed with embarrassment.

However, she couldn’t deny the truth in his words, for even she recognized her own carelessness.

But she drew strength from the fact that she had been personally hired by Leo, while Laney was merely a bodyguard, not held in high regard by the Harding family. With renewed vigor, she straightened her posture and spoke up.

“Regardless, Mr. Harding has employed me to look after you. Furthermore, I received Miss Gibson’s gifts today under his directive. As a daughter-in-law of the Harding family, you ought to honor the elders’ views and accept Miss Gibson’s contrition.”

Ian, however, was unfazed by Lola’s employer. As Laney’s personal assistant, her wishes were his only concern. He glanced towards Laney, anticipating her command.

While Laney had always revered the Harding family’s elders, she refused to bend her will to theirs. Her expression stoic, she declared, “I will neither accept Kailee’s gifts nor her apology.”

“But…” Lola’s patience waned, and she sought to interject.

Take the gifts back and return it,” Laney cut her off, putting an end to the debate. Reluctant as she may have been, Lola dared not

depart, only to be halted by Laney’s terse command, “Clean up the water and dispose of the shattered

but she bit her lip in

brief silence, Lola obediently retrieved a mop, dried the water stains, and emptied

She offered Ian a gracious smile, saying, “So,

my honor and duty, Mrs. Harding,” Ian

card as well as his

she couldn’t shake an underlying unease. It seemed somewhat unconventional

verify the situation, “Janet, just to confirm, is Ian the

confirmed, “Indeed he is. What do you think? Quite the consummate professional, right? It took me some effort to find such a qualified personal

Laney agreed. She glanced awkwardly at Ian before adding, “But, why did

I didn’t know that you