Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 1244

"My dearest daughter, Kailee won't have the opportunity to vex you any longer."

Janet was moved by Johanna's message.

She realized that it was her mother who'd intervened secretly.

Just days ago, she'd confided in Johanna about Kailee, and now, Kailee's reputation lay in tatters.

Yet, Janet remained puzzled. Turning to Brandon, she furrowed her brow. "As far as I know, Kailee's parents really adore her. Wouldn't they defend her?" Brandon's eyes narrowed, and a cold smile graced his lips. "The true power in the Gibson family lies not with Kailee's parents, but her aunt. Having suffered heavy losses due to Kailee, her aunt won't forgive her, and her parents are powerless to intervene."

Despite the reassurance, Janet couldn't shake her lingering concern. "Will Kailee remain in Barnes?"

Caressing her cheek tenderly, Brandon replied, "Fear not. Embroiled in scandal, the Gibson family won't permit Kailee to disgrace herself further in Barnes."

Relieved, Janet sighed. "That's wonderful. Without Kailee, Laney's return will be much safer."

After all, with Kailee in Barnes, who knew what wicked deeds she might commit?

Moreover, if Laney encountered Kailee again, she might recall Garrett's past manipulation at Kailee's hands and feel disgruntled.

At that moment, Janet's phone rang.

It was Clyde Lambert.

Eagerly, he blurted out, "Miss Janet, don't forget our appointment this afternoon. I'll await you at the restaurant."

He'd anticipated this date for so long.

Now that she finally accepted, he had to call her to remind her for fear that she might cancel it for other reasons.

"I'll be there, I promise," Janet assured him, chuckling at his earnestness.

This meeting was also crucial for her.

After all, promoting the studio was a crucial milestone on her journey to becoming an independent designer.

"See you then," Clyde replied. He then breathed a sigh of relief. Anticipation coursed through him, setting every cell in his body aflutter as he looked forward to their afternoon appointment.

He was determined to make a lasting impression on Janet.