Chapter 711
Garrett blinked innocently, pretending to be aggrieved, and held Laney’s hand gently. “When I arrived at the bakery today, there was only one bag of desserts left, and I had to give priority to you… We can invite Natalie to dinner next time.”
Seeing him being so childish, Laney felt resigned. She shook her head and said with a wry smile, “All right, all right. I’ll forgive you.”
When Kailee got home, she couldn’t help but think about Garrett’s tender gaze when he was looking at Laney. The more she thought about it, the more jealous she became. She immediately sent someone to investigate Garrett’s recent situation.
Breaking up with Garrett was a decision she had to make, but it wasn’t because she didn’t like him. The real reason was that him being a wild playboy made her feel insecure.
Feeling uncertain about them and their relationship was too much for her to handle, so she broke up with him.
Kailee had believed that Garrett wasn’t capable of change, however, she saw another side of him today, one that she hadn’t expected to see.
This made her desire that had been hidden in her heart for many years appear again and it was getting stronger and stronger.
The information that her subordinate sent her about Laney infuriated her so much that she smashed her phone.
It never occurred to her that Laney was not even from an ordinary rich family. She was just a bodyguard, and even worse, an orphan. With her background, she didn’t deserve Garrett! “How could the Harding family allow this ordinary woman to marry Garrett?”
Kailee threw the documents on the table. She was confused about this entire situation. “The Harding family give importance to family background, which means Laney is definitely not qualified.”
The subordinate quickly told her the news he had heard, “The Harding family didn’t agree to the marriage at first. But Mr. Harding himself insisted on marrying Laney. He voluntarily quit the Larson
Group and went back to manage the Harding family’s business. That’s why his family finally agreed.”
This information made Kailee feel even more jealous of Laney.
She had never expected that Garrett would go against his family for a woman. What if she was the one for him? Kailee couldn’t help but imagine it. If she could drive Laney away and win Garrett back, he would also do everything for her, wouldn’t he? Moreover, the Harding family had prospered in the past few years. If her family and the Harding family could unite by marriage, the Gibson family would greatly benefit from the union.
The more Kailee thought about it, the more it made sense to her. How she wished she could drive Laney away immediately! It wouldn’t be hard, though, Laney was just an orphan with no power or influence. What could Laney do to her?
“I have to find a way to make Laney leave Garrett herself.” Her eyes narrowed as Kailee became lost in thought.
“Although Laney doesn’t have a strong family background, she does have a good relationship with Natalie, the daughter of the White family.” The subordinate knew what was on Kailee’s mind, so he reminded her, “Natalie’s husband is Brandon Larson from the Larson Group. If Laney asks Natalie for help, things could become really difficult.” He handed Natalie’s files over to Kailee. When Kailee saw all the information on Natalie, her mind wandered to the woman who was beside Laney during the day. She became more disdainful.
She guessed that Laney and Garrett probably met through Laney’s relationship to Natalie. However, what could she do to destroy their relationship so Laney would back off?
Suddenly, Kailee’s eyes lit up with excitement as an idea came to her mind.
How could she forget that Garrett was her old classmate? Wouldn’t a classmate reunion be the perfect opportunity to rekindle feelings?
Back then, everyone considered Garrett and her to be the school’s golden couple. It was a great opportunity for her to remind Garrett of their wonderful past together. If all went according to plan, they could start their relationship over.
Kailee immediately contacted her former classmates and told them that she wanted to hold a classmate reunion.
However, in order to not arouse Garrett’s suspicion, Kailee did not invite him in person, other students would reach out to him and invite him.
In this way, she could not be blamed for anything that happened at the reunion.
With her plan set in motion, Kailee leaned against the sofa with a triumphant smile on her face.
The long-awaited day of the classmate reunion finally dawned.
Kailee secured reservations al the most luxurious hotel in Barnes and arrived early to greet her former classmates with an infectious, beaming smile.
Kailee used to attend the most prestigious academy in Barnes, where the majority of her classmates hailed from affluent families. Post -graduation, most of them ventured into the world of business. They came here today, primarily seeking to curry favor with the influential Harding and Gibson families.
So, the moment they caught sight of Kailee, they flocked to her with unbridled enthusiasm. “My, how the years have flown by! Kailee, you’ve grown ever more stunning.”
“Your beauty truly knows no bounds. Age has not diminished your radiance in the slightest. You’re still as captivating as ever.”
Basking in the adulation of her peers, Kailee beamed with delight, “Thank you! You all look wonderful as well.”
Just then, someone piped up, “Where’s Garrett? Shouldn’t he be here by now?”
As the heir to the Harding Group, the preeminent corporation in Barnes, Garrett’s absence had not gone unnoticed.
Those hoping to forge business alliances with Garrett grew anxious.’ Is he not attending?”
With a coy smile, Kailee replied, “He’s eager to catch up with all of us too. I imagine he’s on his way.”
Her ambiguous response piqued her classmates’ curiosity. Back in their school days, Kailee and Garrett were the envy of everyone as the golden couple.
Years had passed, yet it appeared that their bond remained strong.
Someone couldn’t resist asking, “Hasn’t he married? Are you two still in touch?”
Before Kailee could respond, a classmate eager to align with the Gibson family sneered, “I heard Garrett’s wife is a mere bodyguard. How did she manage to ensnare him? She’s no match for Kailee!”
“Indeed, Garrett and Kailee were a match made in heaven. Who would have thought his taste would deteriorate so drastically?” chimed in another.
Kailee reveled in their words, her true intent behind the reunion exposed But in front of her classmates, she feigned concern and sighed. “Please, don’t speak ill of Garrett-”
Her words were cut short by a sudden commotion at the door. All eyes turned toward the entrance as it swung open, revealing a tall figure with striking features and a mischievous grin.
It was none other than Garrett himself. “Garrett!” Kailee rushed toward him, elated. However, her joy quickly dissipated, her smile frozen in place.
