The Double Life of My Billionaire Husband novel Chapter 395

“Do you think our son is intentionally ruining his reputation? Do you want us to die without seeing him married?” Vera sighed, rubbing her temples.

“I’ve been longing for a grandchild, Leo. All the other women my age flaunt their grandchildren in front of me. At one point, I even thought I would have a grandchild soon. But Garrett is too stubborn. And now, with all these failed blind dates, people are starting to gossip and say nasty things about our son. How will he find a partner now?”

Garrett was willing to sacrifice his reputation to reject the arranged marriages his parents had planned for him, leaving them feeling powerless.

Leo, in particular, was frustrated with Vera’s constant complaints. “Didn’t he get that woman pregnant? If you’re so desperate for a grandchild, why don’t you accept her?”

Vera snorted angrily and remained silent.

Surprisingly, Garrett’s strategy worked. Vera finally understood that he was determined to marry Laney.

After much contemplation, Vera raised her hands in defeat. “Let’s not be so harsh. Even though this girl is an orphan, what if she turns out to be decent? How about we invite her for lunch and see for ourselves? We have nothing to lose, anyway.”

Leo reluctantly nodded. “Fine. There’s no such thing as a perfect daughter-in-law, after all.”

When Laney entered the Harding family home, she felt extremely anxious. However, she knew her nerves were beneficial. It kept her on guard and cautious. It had taken her a long time to get ready for this day. Since becoming pregnant, she had stopped wearing makeup. But today, she had specifically hired a makeup artist to help with her hair and makeup. She was even wearing her most expensive clothes. After all, this was her first meeting with Garrett’s family, and everything had to be perfect. She couldn’t give them a reason to look down on her.

Garrett carefully held Laney’s arm as he led her into the house, taking one step at a time.

During lunch, Laney remained restless. She chewed and swallowed slowly, trying to eat as gracefully as possible, unlike her usual self. As a result, she felt stiff and uncomfortably full after the meal, like never before. She could sense Vera and Leo’s scrutinizing gazes, observing her every move. Vera elegantly wiped the corner of her mouth and glanced at Laney’s belly.

“Miss Garcia, how many servants do you have in your household? You’re pregnant now, so you need to take good care of yourself.”

Laney obediently nodded and smiled. “Thank you for your concern, Mrs. Harding. I have several maids taking care of me. I also have a nutritionist and a doctor. In fact, I’ve been following a specific diet for pregnant women.”

Although the truth was that the food designed for her was tasteless, and she secretly indulged in other snacks.

Garrett looked at Laney with a sad expression on his face.

“Laney has been practicing martial arts since she was a girl. Naturally, her temperament is different from those spoiled rich ladies who expect me to marry them. She’s sensible and reasonable, which is hard to find these days.”

“But Garrett, do you truly love her? Love can fade over time. What if you fall out of love in the future? If you marry someone from a wealthy background, at least you can maintain the marriage with money. But Miss Garcia doesn’t even have a family. How will you sustain your marriage? Marrying on impulse is unfair to both you and Miss Garcia,” his mother argued.

Disappointed by his mother’s perspective, Garrett clicked his tongue.

“I’ve dated many women before, and I know what I feel for Laney. She’s different. Besides, I have to take responsibility for her. It’s not like the Harding family is struggling and needs my marriage to stay afloat. Why won’t you let me marry the woman I love? And she’s pregnant with my child. Can you really let this child grow up without a father? Mom, Dad, let me make it simple for you. If I can’t marry Laney, I won’t marry anyone else.”