Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 1305

The new neighbor swaggered towards Laney, smirking as he greeted her, "Hello, I've just moved in next door. Nice to meet you."

Laney clenched her teeth, glaring at him. "Garrett, why are you here? Haven't I told you to stop bothering me? Why move in right next to me?"

Feigning innocence, Garrett lied smoothly, "The Harding Group is considering buying some land in this city. I'm here to investigate and just happened to stay next door. I only came by to check on you and ensure my daughter's well-being."

The moment Garrett's words hung in the air, Evan darted over, a business proposal clutched in his eager hands. In a solemn tone, he said, "Boss, feast your eyes on this proposal."

Garrett scanned the document, nodding seriously. "Hmm, it's good. But give it some more thought."

Laney hesitated but reluctantly relented. "Do as you please. Live there if you want, but don't bother me."

She turned to leave with the trash, but George offered to help. "I'm free right now. Let me give you a hand."

For the first time, Laney didn't refuse.

Inside, Garrett exhaled a sigh of relief.

As they walked, he contemplated whether to explain the incident at the store to Laney.

By the time they disposed of the trash and returned to her doorstep, he still hadn't mustered the courage.

Fearing Laney wouldn't believe him, he hesitated.

Laney stood in front of her door, eyeing Garrett coolly. "Do you have something to say? If not, I'm going inside."