Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 1260

Janet's face visibly fell at the mention of Carly's commission.

Losing an order hadn't been a big deal—she had been in the business long enough to know better than letting these things get to her. What upset her were the sharp words of the reporters. She knew that the old lady had been hurt.

The situation brought Hannah to the surface of her mind.

The old woman reminded Janet of Hannah, the same innocence found in her eyes. Even their hurt expressions mirrored each other's.

A sinking feeling settled on Janet's chest.

The shift in her mood didn't escape Brandon. He ran a gentle hand through her hair, trying to comfort her. "Don't let it bother you. Your designs are amazing. You know that better than anyone. There is no doubt your studio will be a success."

"It's not that. I'm not really bothered that I lost the order." Janet heaved a sigh, her chin resting on her hand.

"It's just... what happened today hurt the old lady.

I feel so bad for her."

Brandon's hand did not stop their soothing motions. "It's not your fault. You had no way of knowing that Clyde would suddenly do this."

Janet stubbornly shook her head, refusing to rid herself of blame. "No. It is my fault. I should have driven those reporters away sooner. If I had, this wouldn't have happened."

Brandon sighed at the remorse that took over her

face. "It would have been better if you could be as kind to yourself as you are to other people. You're too hard on yourself."

As soon as he finished speaking, Janet's eyes lit up, an idea suddenly coming to her. "Mr. Wesley has been in the fashion world for a long time. I'm sure he must have encountered something similar. I should ask him."

She took out her phone and dialed Draco's number.

But before she could press the call button, her phone was snatched away.

"What are you doing?" she asked, furrowing her brows at Brandon. She stood up, reaching to take her phone back.

"Give it back. I'm not going to do anything weird. I just want advice from him."