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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.

but I have no topics to discuss with you,” Renee

had to sit down to catch his breath. Right then, the

worth risking your health over this,”

began to relax, his frustration with Renee only

any clash with influential families and appreciating her reputed mildness and compliance.

wife is just as stubborn as he is! That Lambert girl is more fit to

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

arrange for her to visit me. And send some

served Paul for years, caught the hint:

many matters changed, yet the ties of

lo’s home.”

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home, a delivery from the

a collection of valuable health supplements: century–old ginseng, well–aged tangerine peel,

the gifts in front of those who had delivered

by a question that had been nagging at her. “The Chapmans are aware Jessica is alive, correct?” Renee ventured. She noticed that Ivan’s expression was one of sadness rather than

confirmed with a

the care facility? Or bringing her into

a loss for words, scratching his head, considering

inquired, “Renee, why do you think we ought to relocate

aunt he referred

is being wielded by Paul as leverage over Marcelo.” Renee sighed. She started to think that Jessica was

the King’s house was overcome by the necessity to deal with Jessica’s

stakes were as high

recognizing in Jessica a parallel to her relationship with

“Ivan admitted bitterly, harboring deep resentment. “But it’s a position my

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