The Mysterious Billionaire and His Substitute Bride (Ethan and Janet) novel Chapter 812

Garrett could tell that Laney was not as jolly as she used to be. He had been learning a lot ever since Laney got pregnant. Apparently, many women often felt depressed during pregnancy. At the thought of this, Garret became even more concerned about his wife.

"If something's bothering you—"

Before he could finish his words, his phone on the table vibrated.

Laney glanced at the phone screen and handed it to Garrett. "Your mom's calling. You should answer it. She might have something important to tell you."

Garret stroked Laney's hair and did as told.

"Garrett, where are you? Go back to the company for the meeting now. Stop wasting your time on useless things," Vera calmly said, though her words meant otherwise.

"I'm doing the most important thing in the world now," Garrett replied with a smile.

He then pulled Laney into his arms and kissed her on the cheek.

Laney smiled and wrapped her arms around his neck.

Vera seemed to suddenly fly into a rage. "Fine. Do whatever you want. Who am I to you anyway? I'm just your mother and I don't think it's my place to tell you what to do!"

She hung up the call as soon as she finished speaking, leaving Garrett confused.

"Is your mom mad?" Laney worriedly asked.

Garrett pushed the plate towards her and assured her, "Don't mind her. Let's continue eating."

Laney nodded in response. But then, her phone rang this time. The moment she answered the call, Vera's voice came from the other end of the line.

"Hello—"

"Laney, I don't want to be mad at you. You're my son's wife now. But as his wife, you should behave yourself. Let him go to work, and don't distract him. Our company has a lot of employees, and they have families. They're hoping that Garrett will give them a job so that they can have money to support their family. Don't be selfish, please."

Although Vera's voice was low and calm, Laney could feel the anger in Vera's words.

A few moments later, Kelly entered the restaurant and happened to see Laney packing food with a waiter.

She sneered and thought how pathetic Laney was. Even after marrying into a rich family, Laney's poor habits had not changed and would never do.

Kelly walked over to Laney and slapped the container box from Laney's hand. "Mrs. Harding, don't waste your time here. The car is waiting for you outside."

The box fell to the ground, and the spaghetti scattered all over the floor.

Laney looked at the spilled food regretfully but said nothing.

"Let's go. I have to go back to the company to help Mr. Harding later. Please don't waste my time, okay?" Kelly impatiently urged.

Laney had no choice but to let Kelly drive her home to the Harding's family house.

As soon as Laney entered the house, she sensed that something bad was about to happen. Vera, who was supposed to go to a party with her rich friends, was waiting for her in the living room.