Secret Wife, Real Billionaire

Chapter 35

Chapter 35 Visiting Jessica

Catherine’s career had been soaring even if she was significantly talentless.

Thanks to her father, Rocco’s influence, her talent agency provided her with top–tier resources, positioning her alongside the company’s most prominent stars. Prestigious fashion brands were reaching out to her one after another overlooking the fact that she had no talents.

Shortly after she signed onto a leading variety show, Catherine encountered Celine.

“Catherine, you won’t believe who I saw today at KM Group’s studios. I was there for a magazine shoot.”

“Who?” Catherine disliked the suspense.

“It was Renee!“Celine, knowing Catherine’s animosity towards Renee, didn’t hesitate to divulge the information. “I asked around. She’s in the running to be KM Group’s new quarterly collaborative stylist and has made it to the final round!”

Catherine had thwarted Renee’s prospects multiple times, but this opportunity with KM Group was on another level.

Becoming the collaborative stylist for KM Group would undoubtedly elevate Renee’s status dramatically.

“What did you say? She’s in the final?“Catherine couldn’t believe it, her grip tightening around the fashion magazine until it crumpled in her hand.

How could Renee, of all people, be deemed worthy of such a prestigious opportunity?

Struggling to contain her shock and rage, Catherine took a deep breath and remembered a crucial detail.

STAR, a high–end jewelry brand under the KM Group umbrella, had recently shown interest in making her their spokesperson. The discussions, however, had stalled over pricing disagreements. This, Catherine realized, could be a perfect bargaining chip to use against Renee.

She had to ruin this for Renee!

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*MARCELO*

I arrived home and saw no signs of Renee.

Did she leave the house again?

I called Chad and inquired about her whereabouts.

“Mrs. King is reading in her room, “Chad informed me.She seems deeply engrossed in preparation for an important interview in a few days.”

At the mention of the interview, my mind instantly conjured an image of Renee teetering around in her high heels, causing me to frown at her perceived recklessness.

“Mr. King, the sanatorium has contacted us again, “Chad interjected, bringing me back from my thoughts. “It seems Madam had another distressing episode last night.”

I swallowed hard. “Inform Renee that I’ll take her out tomorrow. And make sure the sanatorium is ready for our visit.”

“Understood, sir.”

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*RENEE*

I was somewhat surprised to learn from Chad that I was to accompany Marcelo the following day. We were to visit a venerable elder, and I understood the importance of making a good impression…

I chose my outfit thoughtfully: light, flowing wide–leg pants paired with a simple camisole and a loose–knit sweater draped over as a refined outer layer. The ensemble was designed to convey a sense of gentle elegance, something I hoped the elder would find pleasing.

As I was about to slip into her high heels, my wrist was suddenly caught.

“Choose another pair,” Marcelo instructed, nodding towards a different pair of shoes.

I glanced at the flat Gucci leather slippers he indicated.

Shaking my head, I protested, “These don’t match my outfit today.”

Marcelo’s raised eyebrows and silent stare conveyed an unspoken authority.

“Mr. King, why are you so concerned about this minor wound?” I sighed, feeling the scabbed–over injury was hardly a concern.

“I am being concerned about my savior,” Marcelo stated flatly, his expression unreadable.

On hearing him refer to me as his “savior,” I couldn’t help but sense a hint of sarcasm.

for my impulse to help him that day. Why had I bothered with the

appearing in mismatched attire will not only reflect poorly on me!” I complained, my voice was tinged

a decent match for my

an issue, but for me, whose profession revolved around image

opted for a Bentley, which was parked under the main

away to

desire

hair was neatly tied into a bun today, and the sight made Marcelo’s fingers twitch with

it.

really so perturbed over a

heading towards

already waiting with an array of women’s flat shoes displayed on a

she pieced together

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a selection, Mr. King asked us

outfit?” Marcelo asked, his tone laced with a teasing

not to engage with his jibe, selected a pair of Dior lace

left, Renee turned to Marcelo, seeking validation.

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seemed to question whether there was

felt a surge of irritation. Why bother discussing fashion with

with the remaining shoes?“Luke

to the

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greeted by a premier private

daughter–in–law,” a caregiver shared as they walked. “She was initially upset and throwing things but

to really

the artificial lake stood a woman, looking no more than in her early forties, draped in an elegantly

Marcelo greeted, his voice

aback, glanced at Marcelo. “That’s your mother?” she asked in disbelief, her voice

seen Jessica on the magazines a few times and

certificate in court.

was a gorgeous woman with dazzling

they looked

different?Sick?“Marcelo’s response

uncertainty, didn’t know

a perfect woman, Renee admired her so much

turned and greeted Renee with a genuine, warm smile, beckoning her closer.

at Marcelo.

gestured, urging her

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few times she’d met Jessica as a child. Back then, Jessica exuded elegance

gaze had become

“Mrs. King, hello…“Rence began.

didn’t explain things clearly to

she

herself to Jessica

took her hand gently, correcting her with a tender smile. “Renee, you shouldn’t call

as she stared at

knew Jessica was a kind person,

What happened to her?

“Now that you and Marcelo are married, you should

led her to the chairs, expressing her joy. “Renee, you are now my daughter–in–law. You don’t know how happy that makes me! It’s Marcelo’s luck that someone like you

to be stunned by Jessica’s enthusiasm or to

treating you well?“Jessica inquired softly.“I warned him

memories of Marcelo’s difficult behavior came to mind,Renee hesitated to respond. Sensing the

she called out

from a short distance, approached Jessica in his wheelchair, his

Marcelo. Renee is a catch, and many are vying for her attention. If you don’t value her, you’ll regret it, “Jessica chastised with a stern tone, emphasizing the importance of cherishing a partner

Renee.

noncommittal grunt, seemingly unfazed by

attention shifted to Renee. “Renee dear, is Kaiden treating you well? If he’s ever unkind, just tell me. I’ll teach

Jessica had momentarily

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