The Substitute Wife: My Poor Husband Is A Billionaire

Chapter 1232 The Harding Family Became A Laughing Stock

Vera rued her past decisions.

Dissatisfied with Laney’s humble origins, she had embraced Kailee, who hailed from a respectable family and possessed a charming demeanor. To Vera, she had seemed the perfect daughter-in-law.

Caught off guard, Vera hadn’t anticipated Kailee’s deceit.

“How was I to know she’d be so cunning?” Vera sighed, turning to Leo with trepidation. “What do we do now? With Garrett in this state, can we still make amends?”

Leo was equally vexed.

Given Garrett’s temperament, further impulsive actions could sever their relationship permanently.

“For now, do nothing. Just wait for Garrett to bring Laney back,” Leo instructed, his voice heavy. “As for social events, avoid them. Tell people you’re traveling. I’ll have the housekeeper book your ticket.”

ridicule in their social circle. Vera’s recent outburst at the hospital only

Harding’s now often carried an undertone of mockery

in-laws, they would never cross the line. They would do anything possible to preserve their reputations. It was inconceivable that they could stoop to the level of the Hardings, who had driven their daughter-in-law

our granddaughter…” Vera protested, discontent etched on her

met her granddaughter a

infuriated glare. “You’re still thinking about your granddaughter now? If

had never seen Leo so livid. Fearful, she

a moment, she ventured, “What if we travel together? It might help

on your actions.

stormed off, anger

watched his receding figure, feeling aggrieved and angry. She didn’t even notice her nails digging into

it weren’t for her, Vera wouldn’t be in

hospital corridor for a while, trying to the posture of a noble lady and returned to the Harding

soon as she arrived