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Renee frowned, clearly annoyed. But Vivian had presented a valid excuse for joining. Turning her down would make it look like she was causing unnecessary trouble.

A comprehensive check–up had been set up by Wyatt, leaving Renee feeling a bit apprehensive when she spotted the progesterone and HCG test items on the list.

Despite her assurance to Marcelo that she wasn’t pregnant, he had taken the initiative to schedule tests to detect early pregnancy.

This left Renee pondering whether Marcelo was secretly hoping for her to be carrying their child or if he was trying to prevent it from happening.

It tugged at her heartstrings, as she couldn’t help but lean towards the latter possibility.

After all, they had consistently used birth control during their intimate moments, and Marcelo had never shown much interest in the prospect of parenthood. The only time he ever mentioned pregnancy and childbirth was during the heat of the moment, which Renee understood as mere empty words spoken in the passion of the moment.

“Marcelo, I have a favor to ask of you, “Vivian addressed Marcelo as soon as Renee entered the examination room.

Marcelo turned his attention to Vivian, curious about her request.

Vivian began to explain her predicament, “I had a previous collaboration with a luxury brand, but due to unforeseen circumstances, the jewelry shipment didn’t reach our partner on time. I informed them in advance and assured them of compensation for the breach of contract. It seems that someone might be trying to create trouble. They are insisting on holding me accountable, and numerous magazines are also making a big deal out of it…I’m not sure how to handle this situation.”

Although Vivian didn’t explicitly state it,Marcelo grasped the underlying message–she was in trouble and hoped he could help resolve it.

Without much hesitation and without seeking further details about the brand in question,he assured her, “I’ll arrange for Anna to handle it.”

Vivian’s face lit up with relief, and she happily linked her arm with Marcelo, expressing her gratitude, “Thank you,Marcelo. You’re incredibly kind.”

Although Renee didn’t agree to assist, Vivian found a way to navigate the situation with Marcelo’s support.

“Vivian, I made a commitment to my brother to look out for you so he can always be at peace, “Marcelo reminded firmly, withdrawing his arm as he spoke.

He had always been reserved when it came to physical contact with others, with the exception of Renee.

The smile that had graced the corners of Vivian’s mouth froze momentarily, but she understood the unspoken message.

Marcelo’s claim that it was due to Sebastian’s final wish might have been the surface reason, but Vivian believed that even without that request, Marcelo would still extend his assistance.

The results had confirmed that Renee was not pregnant. Despite feeling a bit queasy, it was because her stomach was feeling off, not due to any pregnancy–related reasons.

Marcelo remained composed throughout, his face revealing no signs of disappointment or any other emot

“Miss Lambert, aren’t you here for a check–up?“Renee turned her attention to Vivian, who had been standing beside Marcelo.

Her implication was clear: why hadn’t Vivian left yet?

Marcelo had been entirely focused on Renee until he realized that Vivian, who had initially mentioned coming for a check–up,

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had not left.

Vivian tried to offer an excuse, her smile tinged with awkwardness “I just thought I might be having trouble sleeping due to jet lag.”

Renee put on a false smile as she remarked, “You’ve been back home for almost two weeks, and you’re still struggling with jet lag.”

Vivian could only force another awkward smile, all the while cursing Renee in her thoughts a thousand times over.

than a temporary amusement for Marcelo and believed that Renee had no reason to feel

was typically

that particular night,Marcelo held Renee close in his arms, tucking her securely under the quilt. “Is it just me or is it

that’s not up to the patient, “Marcelo

the thought of her catching a chill right under his watchful

that she had taken an early pregnancy

have a baby?” She asked out of the blue, her nerves

narrowed as he processed her

“She quickly added,

why this question had suddenly popped into her

at the moment,“He replied

she vomited twice more. Her pallid face

fragile in his eyes, and he didn’t want her

her gaze to conceal her disappointment, feeling the weight of Marcelo’s reluctance for her to become pregnant. The recent harmony in their relationship had given Renee the illusion that they were in love and had a typical

Marcelo had never explicitly admitted to having romantic feelings for

a man’s kindness toward a woman didn’t

emotional turmoil, Marcelo gently stroked her face with his

replied, no longer interested in

you want to sign

“No,” She declared.

frowned at

as if he were considering buying the

explained her plan. “I’m planning to establish my own studio, and I can utilize

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and resources, she no longer felt the need to rely on a large company. Fortunately, Freddy had previously established a

Renee close, his expression devoid of emotion, and told her, “Don’t think about

It was Freddy again.

was relieved that Freddy posed no threat, as he

of Peerless Grace unveiled the trailer and the release date, along with the announcement that Renee was the styling director for the drama. Netizens eagerly delved into the costumes and props of the cast, scrutinizing the materials

consensus was clear–Peerless Grace was a visual masterpiece. Its historical elements were meticulously designed, earning it

of winning the Best Styling Design award, provided that the drama’s plot

once more in the

she arrived at KM Group to finalize her contract expiration agreement, the members of the design department were reluctant to

reception room, she

highly professional and competent, and having Freddy and Light as collaborators only adds to her appeal. It’s a

from a reliable source that Renee was planning to join Harvillston as

manager is indeed joining the company soon, but that

think some of you have too much free time on your hands.” Their conversation

sternly, and everyone fell

Hudson, I’m so

“It doesn’t matter.”

She had no intention of joining Harvillston, so the discussion about

thoughts turned to

she was taken aback to find that all the negative news about Vivian had suddenly

dwell on it

a moment,” he said in a hushed tone. “Mr. King has requested your presence in his office.” Renee made her way up to the thirty–eighth floor, a place she had become quite familiar with over time. The staff in

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to her visits

Anna?“Renee couldn’t help but ask the secretary

on a business

though she was

personal secretary, Anna typically accompanied him

office, it raised questions about why Anna