Chapter 1276 The Arduous Quest For His Wife’s Heart.
The Substitute Wife: My Poor Husband Is A Billionaire
Upon departing from Barnes, Laney found solace in a dwelling close to Teresaâs abode.
Blessed with Teresaâs camaradene and Ianâs unwavering support, Laney flourished in the vibrant
atmosphere of the unfamiliar city.
Anya, a remarkably well-mannered infant, rarely disturbed the night with her cries.
Ianâs round-the-clock devotion to the child allowed Laney to cast her maternal concerns aside.
Surrounded by such warmth and liberty, Laney experienced a profound rejuvenation of body and spirit.
Her separation from Garrett sparked an epiphany: a woman must forge her own career and refuse to
relinquish it for the whims of romance.
This newfound wisdom propelled Laney to devote her leisure hours to Teresaâs burgeoning security
enterprise.
Her wealth of expertise proved invaluable, catalyzing the companyâs rapid expansion.
As the ranks of bodyguards swelled, Teresa resolved to create a distinct uniform for her employees.
Laney instantly thought of Janet, whose recent venture into fashion design was ripe for collaboration.
Thus, Laney introduced Janet to Teresa.
Upon witnessing Janetâs extraordinary portfolio, Teresaâs satisfaction knew no bounds, and she
promptly commissioned the uniforms.
Learning of Laneyâs thriving state, relief washed over Janet.
âIâm so glad youâve found your footing in the new city.â
Janetâs thoughts then drifted towards Garrett.
Ever since Laneyâs departure, Garrett had become consumed by his work, his relentless drive leaving
even Brandon in awe.
Hesitating for a moment, Janet inquired, âDo you still keep in touch with Garrett?â
Laney paused before the screen, then nodded.
âHeâs our childâs father. I send him updates about her. As for everything else⦠I remain unsure.â
Recalling the tnbulations Laney endured in her marriage to Garrett, Janet expressed a blend of
empathy and sorrow.
âPerhaps some time apart will do you both good.â
Laneyâs lips curled into a melancholy smile.
âTruthfully, I still love him.
But the thought of facing the Harding family again fills me with dread, making me question our
marriage.â
The memories of the past haunted Laneyâthe relentless pressure from the Harding clan, Garrettâs
passivity, and the countless wounds inflicted on her heart.
Having finally found solace in a life with her precious daughter, she balked at the idea of returning to
the Hardingsâ stifling grip.
Despite her love for Garrett, she refused to surrender the freedom she had fought so hard to attain.
Janet understood the depth of Laneyâs pain, having borne witness to her trials.
She knew the passage of time alone could not mend these scars.
Unless Garrett could genuinely neutralize his familyâs toxic influence, reconciliation remained a distant
dream.
Eager to dispel the somber mood, Janet exhaled softly and shifted the conversation with a grin.
âSo, any specific requests for Teresaâs order? I want to ensure my studioâs debut is a triumph, and that I
donât disappoint you with your recommendation.â
Laneyâs countenance brightened as she replied, âI have complete confidence in your abilities.â
After a few more moments of conversation, it was time for Laney to take Anya outside to bask in the
sunâs gentle embrace.
The call concluded.
Gazing at her phoneâs now-darkened screen, Janet sighed deeply.
She could only hope Garrett would summon the strength to set things right; otherwise, his quest to
reclaim his wifeâs heart would be an arduous and uncertain path.