Secret Wife, Real Billionaire

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Chapter 137 Defend him so fiercely

Yet, beneath his anger, Andrew envied Marcelo.

What made Renee defend him so fiercely?

Compared to Renee, Catherine, though charming and seductive, Catherine proved to be of no help when it really mattered!

Back in the study, Paul watched Marcelo, who was idly playing with his phone.

It had been a long while since he’d looked at this grandson of his. Their interactions were often filled with conflict.

Yet, he couldn’t help but acknowledge Marcelo’s striking appearance and unmatched abilities among his peers, particularly when Marcelo was young.

If only Marcelo were more compliant, he’d be a better fit for the King legacy than Gary’s branch of the family.

“Marcelo, we’ve launched a new energy venture. I want you to lead it as CEO,“Paul offered, gesturing towards some documents. Marcelo replied coolly, “I’m not interested.”

“I get that you’re running KM Group and might not want another project, but this is different–it’s a family venture,“Paul explained, showing a rare patience with Marcelo, “You’ve made a success of Dove Island Bar. Ignore your uncle’s comments; what belongs to you is safe.”

Marcelo signaled to Renee that it was time to leave, addressing Paul, “We’re going now.”

Unless the conversation turned to Jessica’s situation, he saw no point in staying another minute.

Paul sighed deeply at Marcelo’s stubbornness. “Renee,please stay! I need to speak with you.”

Marcelo grasped Renee’s hand, drawing her close, his expression wary and indifferent as he faced Paul.

“Marcelo!She is my grand daughter–in–law! Is it too much to ask for a moment to speak with her?“Paul’s patience snapped, and he raised his voice.

His only strategies seemed to be shouting and using Jessica as leverage.

Paul’s eyes sought Renee’s, filled with the heavy expectation of an elder, hoping she would choose to stay on her own.

topics to discuss with you,” Renee responded, firmly as expected. Without further delay,

his face flushing and then turning pale before he had to sit down to catch his breath.

King, try to stay calm. It’s not worth risking your health over this,” the butler advised

his frustration with Renee only

her into the family, thinking her modest background would avoid any clash with influential families and appreciating her reputed mildness and compliance. Yet, she was turning out

stubborn as he is! That Lambert girl is more fit to be his wife!”

some tea. “She’s due to come back in the country soon. Rumor has it she

back, arrange for her to visit me.

had served Paul for years, caught the hint: Paul was looking to patch

many matters changed, yet the ties of family tended to grow

lo’s home.”

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himself to be far more capable than

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Renee and Marcelo return home, a delivery from

century–old ginseng, well–aged tangerine peel, top quality cordyceps, and around

swiftly disposed of the gifts in front of those who

had been nagging at her. “The Chapmans are aware Jessica is alive, correct?” Renee ventured.

confirmed with a

you considered removing her from the care facility?

words, scratching his head, considering

moment, he inquired, “Renee, why do you think we ought to

aunt he

as leverage over Marcelo.” Renee sighed. She started to think that Jessica was manipulated by the

hesitance to visit the King’s house was overcome by the necessity

as

a parallel to her relationship

right, “Ivan admitted bitterly, harboring deep resentment.

do you