The Mysterious Billionaire and His Substitute Bride (Ethan and Janet)
Chapter 1291 Divorce Agreement

"Laney actually sent over the divorce papers?" Janet blurted out, incredulous.

She had initially assumed their dispute was a mere conflict, with Laney's demand for divorce born from a moment of anger. She never expected Laney to actually deliver the papers. It seemed Laney was determined to end the marriage.

Suddenly, Janet recalled not seeing a ring on Laney's finger during their recent video call.

Had Laney made up her mind then?

This revelation only deepened Janet's confusion.

Throughout their conversation, she had sensed Laney's lingering love for Garrett. How could she rush into divorce so hastily?

Garrett, intent on drowning his sorrows, discovered his bottle was empty. He beckoned the waiter to bring more.

This time, Janet didn't intervene.

Perhaps, for Garrett, alcohol was the best balm for his wounds.

"I thought setting her free would bring her back when she realized her true desires," Garrett murmured. His bloodshot eyes stared into the bottle before taking a hefty swig. "I never imagined she'd leave and never return. I regret it. I shouldn't have let her go!"

Witnessing his friend's agony, Brandon empathized and joined him in a drink. "Why not seek her out and get some clarity? It might not be as dire as you think."

Garrett shook his head, disheartened. "I considered

that. I planned to replace her last night, but... I couldn't face her. I fear the loathing in her eyes, the possibility that she no longer loves me..."

As his words trailed off, Garrett's gaze grew distant and tears welled up. He lifted the bottle and drank deeply.

Men seldom wept so openly.

Janet's heart ached witnessing Garrett's despair.

She had seen their journey from acquaintances to lovers and everything in between. Never had she anticipated this outcome, with their relationship disintegrating so completely.

Brandon, unable to tolerate his friend's desolation, challenged him with a steely tone, "Can you truly let go of Laney and your newborn daughter? If you can't, then fight for them! Moping here, drowning in alcohol and tears won't solve a thing."

Garrett froze for a moment before slamming the bottle onto the table. "You're right! I won't surrender so easily! I'll win her back! Laney belongs to me, and only me!"

Meanwhile, Janet took a more thoughtful stance. Having seen the hardships Laney faced within the Harding family, she cautioned, "Even if you manage to win Laney back now, if you can't ensure she's free to pursue her desires, you'll inevitably part ways again."

Though heavily inebriated, Garrett sobered up slightly at Janet's words. With earnest resolve, he declared, "I've come to understand that love means supporting her wholeheartedly. If Laney returns, no matter her aspirations, even if she aspires to the presidency, I'll back her."

Janet's eyes gleamed with amusement. "Really? Didn't you say that you marry her out of pity?"

"Ridiculous!" Garrett slammed the table, his voice escalating. "I love her! There are countless pitiable souls in the world; why wouldn't I pity and love

them too? I love only Laney! I love her!"

Ultimately, Garrett slurred "I love Laney" several times before collapsing onto Brandon's shoulder.

Brandon, repulsed, shoved Garrett away and turned to Janet, impatience clear in his voice. "Are you done interrogating him? Did Laney catch all of that?" Janet chuckled and held up her phone, revealing a cal with Laney in progress. "How did you know I was phoning Laney?" she inquired.

It turned out that shortly after entering the private room, Janet had covertly dialed Laney and left the phone aside, deliberately allowing Garrett an opportunity to bare his soul.