Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 1221

Laney paused packing her things. She shook her head and smile bitterly. "My disappointment in Garrett is beyond this accident. There are more reasons for it."

A little surprised, Ian intended to ask more, but all of a sudden, Garrett stormed into the room.

The moment he saw Laney packing her things, Garrett's expression changed. He rushed to her side and held her hand in an attempt to stop what she was doing.

"Where are you taking the child?" Garrett exclaimed.

Gently lowering Garrett's hand, Laney took a steady breath before calmly saying, "I want to stay in a different hospital."

"No, I won't allow it." Garrett blocked her way. He met Laney's gaze and looked at her pleadingly.

"Are you leaving me? Or are you really just walking away like this?"

Knowing a foul temper would take her nowhere, Laney remained calm. "I won't leave you like this. I simply don't want to see you right now."

Garrett's hand landed on her shoulder with a firm grip. His low voice rumbled, "You already know that Kailee orchestrated everything. Why are you still so angry? Do you really have to leave? Can't we talk it out?"

All Laney could do was close her eyes tightly.

She felt exhausted both physically and mentally. There's no strength left in her body anymore. She could practically feel herself falling down. She could faint any second now.

Garrett had not yet noticed anything unusual about Laney.

His indignation clouded his better judgment. He felt as if he too was a victim. Why wouldn't Laney give him a chance?

"How could you be so heartless, Laney? This whole situation is painful for me too!"

Garrett was so overcome with emotions that his voice grew louder. "We were both victims here..."

"Wahhh!" The baby's crying interrupted Garrett's complaints.

With pursed lips, Laney silently went over to the baby. She picked her up, gently cradling her in her arms and rocking her back in forth.

Feeling the warmth of her mother's embrace, the baby gradually calmed down until she was back to a peaceful slumber.

Watching the heartfelt scene was a pinch in Garrett's chest. Guilt filled him like a storm.