Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 282

Janet saw that Laney's face was slightly pale and she looked more fragile and beautiful. She suddenly had the urge to protect her. After pursing her lips, she said, "Miss Garcia, please pardon me for not coming before now to express my gratitude to you for saving my life. I didn't have the strength to get out of bed previously. I'm here to thank you and also invite you for lunch." Laney readily accepted the invitation. The three of them went to a restaurant near the hospital and had lunch.

The bright sun rays reflected on the glass windows of the restaurant. A few people were inside at that time. The tantalizing aroma of different foods, snacks, and drinks filled the air.

Janet sat next to her husband, while Laney sat directly opposite her. Ethan took the teapot and poured some tea for them.

The two women chatted happily.

"Miss Garcia, what do you do for a living? Which company do you work for?" Janet asked inquisitively.

To buy some time, Laney took a sip of tea and stole a glance at Ethan.

They had both discussed what she would say to Janet, but she didn't want it to seem too prompt. "Well, I used to be a secretary. But the company I worked for laid off a huge chunk of their staff and I got fired. Currently, I am job hunting," Laney replied straightforwardly and then set down the teacup carefully.

"Oh, sorry about that." Janet had begun to feel sorry for her when something occurred to her and her eyes lit up. She remembered that the Larson Group was currently recruiting secretaries for senior executives. "Our company is currently recruiting new employees. Would you like to work there? I can recommend you. Give me your resume."

Hearing these words, Laney glanced at Ethan again. He didn't seem uncomfortable with Janet's offer. He just sat straight at the table and did nothing. Laney was relieved to see this, so she sent a fake resume to Janet.

They had a good time during the meal. Now that they had gotten along well, Janet's impression of Laney changed. She didn't think she was an aloof woman anymore. Janet saw that underneath Laney's indifferent appearance, was a softhearted woman who had a free personality. She felt safe and comfortable with her.

Laney similarly realized that the woman who Ethan and Garrett ordered her to protect had a very interesting personality.

However, she still couldn't fathom why they hid the fact that she had been hired as a bodyguard. She thought, 'I wonder why they are keeping her in the dark. It would have been more convenient if she knows my job. Anyway, it's none of my business. I'm ready to do my job and keep my lips sealed as long as I get paid.'

"I'll make sure to put in a good word for you. Perhaps we could become colleagues." Janet's eyes were filled with expectation. It was pretty obvious that she liked Laney very much.

"Well, thank you. I hope so too," Laney commented bluntly.

It was up to Ethan whether she could join the Larson Group or not.