Secret Wife, Real Billionaire

Chapter 139 Overwhelmed

Catherine emerged from the office, disheartened and overwhelmed with distress.

A sudden realization struck, prompting her to swiftly dial her studio’s number.

The imperative was clear, requiring prompt deletion of the post.

Any further exposure could spell her downfall.

+25 BONUS

Yet mere removal wouldn’t be enough. To thwart her imminent predicament, the optimal strategy was to safeguard her university enrollment. As long as she retained her student status, the precarious “rumors” would likely crumble on their own

Renee received a call from Naomi, inviting her to come home for her birthday celebration.

Apparently, the Hudsons wanted to celebrate her birthday for the first time since she started working for them.

Even though Nana’s birthday was the following week, they planned to celebrate a few days in advance.

“Marcelo, I think I should go to the Hudson’s house today for Nana’s birthday.She really wants me to come. Would you like to accompany me?“Renee inquired of Marcelo.

“I have something to do today, “Marcelo declined, directing Chad to arrange a birthday gift for Naomi in his stead.

If his physical presence was unattainable, his gift would convey his regards.

Renee, anticipating his busy schedule, wasn’t taken aback, though a hint of disappointment lingered.

“Nana had expressed a desire to meet you,” she sighed.

Naomi had subtly implied her curiosity about Renee’s choice of a life partner since she kept praising him the last time they met. “Perhaps another occasion, “Marcelo replied, citing a prior commitment to fetch Vivian from the airport.

Moreover, his sentiments toward Naomi of the Hudson family were rather indifferent.

As Renee was on the verge of nodding, Marcelo’s hand descended upon her head, tenderly tousling her hair.

“What’s this for?“Renee asked, confused.

“Ensure they don’t mistreat you over at the Hudson residence.”

Renee harbored no expectation of mistreatment. “I’d just wish Nana a happy birthday; I don’t intend to engage much with the others or stay long.”

Her strategy was to disregard Rocco, Grace, and Catherine, treating their words as fleeting gusts of wind.

pleasantly surprised as both Rocco and Grace treated her warmly during the visit. They even purchased a

responsible father, Rocco inquired about Renee’s work

despite Marcelo’s absence, knowing that Marcelo’s gift had

dinner, Renee sang a birthday song for

Renee gently reminded Naomi, who had already blew out

have something to discuss with you.” Guiding

1/3

Chapter 139 Overwhelmed.

+25 BONUS

instead, she occuped a standard guest room on the ground floor. “Renee, I observed Marcelo isn’t with you today. Is something wrong?” Naomi

was occupied today. I’ll introduce him to

discreetly let out

Rence, where Marcelo had picked up, Naomi wanted

I’d like your

“Nana, today is all about you. Just let me know what you want; there

Knowing you’re an honorary alumna of the University with good connections, could you

“What happened to her?”

took a moment to register that

entirely sure. The school wants her to leave.” Naomi sighed with concern. “She’s

“Hold on,Nana. I’ll investigate

forum but found no details

she reached out to Howard for

responded on

bribed the activity coordinator, and there were admission problems. There was initially a post about it on the forum, but it was deleted by her

“Renee, why do you inquire about this? Is

11

Renee was surprised.

find out about her connection with

now wasn’t the time for inquiries. She replied with gratitude and

caused are significant. I’m

given it a shot. How can you be certain it won’t work? You just don’t want to help me!“Catherine burst into the room, pointing at Renee with an accusation. “Did you create that forum thread? It must be you. No one else

rose from beside Naomi’s bed, casting a cold gaze at Catherine. “Since you were here, why didn’t you join me when I

Renee spotted Catherine’s bag and coat on

merely locking eyes

hand to Catherine just this once, for the sake

e’s hand, “If

Today is my birthday, and fulfilling this wish is my

2/3

Chapter 138 Overwhelmed.