Chapter 1172


    Chapter 1172 The ssmate Reunion


    The long-awaited day of the ssmate reunion finally dawned.


    Kailee secured reservations al the most luxurious hotel in Barnes and arrived early to greet her former


    ssmates with an infectious, beaming smile.


    Kailee used to attend the most prestigious academy in Barnes, where the majority of her ssmates


    hailed from affluent families. Post -graduation, most of them ventured into the world of business. They


    came here today, primarily seeking to curry favor with the influential Harding and Gibson families.


    So, the moment they caught sight of Kailee, they flocked to her with unbridled enthusiasm. “My, how


    the years have flown by! Kailee, you’ve grown ever more stunning.”


    “Your beauty truly knows no bounds. Age has not diminished your radiance in the slightest. You’re still


    as captivating as ever.”


    Basking in the adtion of her peers, Kailee beamed with delight, “Thank you! You all look wonderful


    as well.”


    Just then, someone piped up, “Where’s Garrett? Shouldn’t he be here by now?”


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    As the heir to the Harding Group, the preeminent corporation in Barnes, Garrett’s absence had not


    gone unnoticed.


    Those hoping to forge business alliances with Garrett grew anxious.’ Is he not attending?”


    With a coy smile, Kailee replied, “He’s eager to catch up with all of us too. I imagine he’s on his way.”


    Her ambiguous response piqued her ssmates’ curiosity. Back in their school days, Kailee and


    Garrett were the envy of everyone as the golden couple.


    Years had passed, yet it appeared that their bond remained strong.


    Someone couldn’t resist asking, “Hasn’t he married? Are you two still in touch?”


    Before Kailee could respond, a ssmate eager to align with the Gibson family sneered, “I heard


    Garrett’s wife is a mere bodyguard. How did she manage to ensnare him? She’s no match for Kailee!”


    “Indeed, Garrett and Kailee were a match made in heaven. Who would have thought his taste would


    deteriorate so drastically?” chimed in another.


    Kailee reveled in their words, her true intent behind the reunion exposed But in front of her ssmates,


    she feigned concern and sighed. “Please, don’t speak ill of Garrett-”


    Her words were cut short by a suddenmotion at the door. All eyes turned toward the entrance as it


    swung open, revealing a tall figure with striking features and a mischievous grin.


    It was none other than Garrett himself. “Garrett!” Kailee rushed toward him, ted. However, her joy


    quickly dissipated, her smile frozen in ce.


    Garrett gently escorted a woman into the room, his gaze upon her brimming with affection. “Apologies


    for our tardiness,” Garrett said. “My wife is expecting, and the bumpy ride was too much for her, so we


    took our time.”


    “Is it wise for Mrs. Harding to be out and about so close to her due date?”


    “The doctor rmended she stay active for the baby’s well-being.” Garrett then introduced Laney to


    the room. “This is my wife, Laney. She’s about to give birth. We’ll be sure to invite you all to our child’s


    baptism ceremony.” Laney blushed and shyly nodded.


    “Nice to meet you all.”


    Kailee seethed with rage, clenching her teeth, but she refused to admit defeat.


    The banquetmenced, with mouthwatering dishes and fine wines served in abundance. Pretending


    all was well, Kailee sat beside Garrett, reminiscing about their school days, attempting to rekindle his


    memories.


    To her dismay, Garrett s focus remained solely on Laney. He would asionally interject before


    resuming his whispered conversation with his wife.


    Kailee’s eyes smoldered with fury, but she managed to keep herposure.


    Her meticulously nned reunion had been derailed by Laney’s presence, and she was determined to


    exact revenge.


    As Kailee rose from her seat, she feigned clumsiness, knocking over a ss of wine that drenched


    Garrett.


    “Oh, I’m so sorry’” she cried out, reaching for a napkin to help clean up the mess. But Garrett stopped


    her.


    “No need, I’ll just head to the restroom to freshen up.” He whispered a few words to Laney before


    excusing himself.


    Once he was gone, all eyes turned to Laney, filled with curiosity, disdain, and contempt. Their gazes


    were judgmental, as they harbored a deep dislike for those without power or influence.


    Aware of Laney’s humble background and believing she had somehow seduced Garrett, Kailee sought


    to humiliate her further. She asked pointedly, “Garrett never shared your love story with us. Mrs.


    Harding, would you care to enlighten us?”


    Egged on by Kailee’s inquiry, the others chimed in with their own questions.