Secret Wife Real Billionaire (by Ela) novel Chapter 119

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Chapter 119 Legal identity

Renee didn’t care about her image but she was worried about bringing shame to the school.

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Marcelo was planning to question Rence. However, he noticed her glum expression just as he was about to speak. Her head was down, and she looked sad and dejected.

Before he could stop himself, his hand was already on hers, comforting her.

Puzzled, Renee looked up at him, taken aback by the sudden gesture of tenderness.

“Mrs.King, is there something you haven’t told me?“Marcelo questioned.

“What?” Renee asked, wracking her brain.

“That someone introduced you to a man?” he reminded her.

Two seconds later, Renee’s recollection flooded back.

“Herman is Maggie’s nephew. Maggie once envisioned a marriage between Herman and me,” she revealed.

As Marcelo’s countenance darkened swiftly,Renee continued deliberately,

“However, that’s not the crux of the matter. Maggie wishes to introduce me to Herman because her daughter has taken a liking

to you. Maggie simply wants me to step aside and allow her daughter to marry you.”

Observing Marcelo’s expression, Renee noted that his demeanor remained as icy as before.

“Did you not catch that? Her daughter admires you and desires to marry you.” Renee prodded Marcelo’s chest.

He took her hand and inquired, “Who is her daughter?”

Renee was momentarily speechless.

Laura Herod! Didn’t Marcelo know her?

There was only one Herod family in the circle, and Laura was renowned for her beauty and spoiled disposition.

Renee couldn’t believe that Marcelo was oblivious to Laura’s existence.

Without uttering a word,Marcelo suddenly reached for Renee’s neck.

“What are you doing?” Renee instinctively recoiled.

“Stay stili.”

Marcelo’s hands delved into the high collar of her sweater, extracting a platinum necklace adorned with a ring.

The metallic texture grazed Renee’s skin. As he leaned closer, drawing them into proximity. His breath enveloped her forehead, and she didn’t dare to move.

Marcelo removed the diamond ring from the necklace and slipped it back onto the ring finger of Renee’s right hand.

He lightly tapped her forehead and admonished her, “Mrs. King, learn to wield your legal identity.”

Renee’s heart raced.

She detected warmth and tenderness in Marcelo’s words.

Internally, she expressed her gratitude. “Thank you.”

At the police station, Herman’s complexion turned ashen. His family was in disarray, and no one seemed to care about him.

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The Herod family members had rushed over upon receiving the news. As Renee and Marcelo arrived, the Herods were attempting to plead for Herman.

“The other party has arrived. This is a private dispute. You can discuss and resolve it privately,” the policeman advised.

Maggie’s husband, Samuel Herod,hastened over, rubbing his hands and offering an apologetic smile to Marcelo. “Mr. King, it’s not a significant issue. We all value peace. Let’s put it behind us, shall we?”

Marcelo smiled without uttering a word.

His smile was subtle but unsettling. The sudden appearance of a faint smile on his typically stoic and cold countenance carried an air of intimidation.

Feeling the pressure, Samuel turned to Renee, perceived as the more malleable party.

“Miss Hudson, you haven’t suffered any harm or loss. How about we apologize to you? What form of compensation would you like? Just let me know.”

The potency of public sentiment proved formidable enough to blur the lines between right and wrong. Under Herman’s influence, public opinion tarnished Renee’s reputation.

If apologies were effective, why were they still here?

It became apparent why Herman had attempted to resolve his differences with Renee earlier, offering a Hermes bag and a BMW X5. It turned out that the Herod family possessed the same disreputable tendencies.

“Mr. Herod, the lawyer’s letter will be sent by Mr. King’s representatives. If you wish to handle this privately, Mr. King’s consent is indispensable, “Renee averred, turning her gaze away.

The underlying message was clear:Renee preferred Herod to negotiate with Marcelo rather than herself.

The Herod family found themselves at an impasse, unable to devise a solution.

Suddenly, Renee’s eyes shifted past Samuel, landing on Laura, standing a few meters away from Maggie. “Doesn’t Laura have a crush on Mr. King? Why not let her attempt the honey trap?”

A shadow fell upon the faces of the Herod family.

That was especially true of Laura, whose complexion shifting to a delicate blend of pale and crimson hues. It remained uncertain whether her reaction stemmed from fear or shyness. Observing Marcelo’s apparent lack of interest in her, Laura shot a resentful glare at Renee.

She suspected that Renee deliberately made the comment.

Renee intentionally remarked to embarrass her!

Luke glanced down at the floor tiles.

To him, Renee appeared innocent yet harbored a scheming nature.

Meeting Renee’s gaze, Marcelo informed Samuel, “I’m not interested in a private resolution.”

This implied that the matter couldn’t be settled discreetly.

If the matter were resolved privately, Renee and Marcelo would inevitably end up in a confrontation. “Mr. King, what I stated is factual. I witnessed Renee intimately involved with a young man wearing a mask. My friends can vouch for this. A woman like Renee isn’t worth your effort,” Herman exclaimed, growing agitated as hopes of reconciliation faded.

However, Herman didn’t anticipate that the masked man Renee was with that night outside t Marcelo.

dio city’s night market was

Laura nervously awaited Marcelo’s response, knowing no man could tolerate his partner being involved with another.

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Yet, Marcelo responded casually, “Really? But she’s worth it, belie me.”

“Eh? What?!” Herman and the other members of Herod’s family were stunned, their eyes widened in disbelief.

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Renee couldn’t help but feel a sense of satisfaction. If not for the unfortunate timing, she might have burst out laughing

Samuel took the initiative to respond. “Miss Hudson, let’s have a conversation about this. I assure you, I will oversee Herman issuing a public apology to you. It’s a resolution that benefits everyone, wouldn’t you agree?”

“I’m sorry, Mr. Herod. I don’t concern myself with the benefits of you guys. “Renee, detecting Samuel’s insincerity, chose not to delve further.

Samuel’s proposed plan presented no drawbacks for the Herod family and protected Maggie’s reputation.

Having conveyed their statements, Marcelo and Renee exited promptly.

Following their departure, Laura hurriedly caught up with them. “Mr. King.”

Laura, distressed yet hopeful, addressed Marcelo with a hint of desperation. “I apologize on behalf of my mother. I’m sorry. She did it for me. I…I genuinely like you. I fell in love with you the first time I saw you at Miranda’s banquet. Marcelo, I love you!”

Renee found it challenging to comprehend a woman who professed love so freely.

Uninterested in fighting with Laura in Marcelo’s presence, she prodded him, “Mr. King, no reaction?”

Renee might not have detected the sarcasm in her words. Marcelo found it amusing and had the impulse to pinch her cheek.

He then turned his gaze toward Laura.

His eyes emitted an intensity that could be intimidating when angered, sending shivers down people’s spines. Yet, in moments of calm, they created an illusion of profound affection.

“Mr… Mr. King…” Laura nervously clutched her hands, meeting Marcelo’s gaze.

“Are you proposing to be my other woman?”

“What?” Laura was taken aback.

“Do you not understand?” Marcelo, holding Renee’s right hand, displayed the sparkling diamond on her ring finger for Laura to

see.

Laura’s face turned pale.

“What makes you believe you have the power to displace the woman in my hand from the position of Mrs. King?” Marcelo inquired, his tone cold.

Staring at his handsome face, Renee felt her heart rate quicken.

His words, seemingly ordinary, held a captivating charm.

Laura felt embarrassed, gritting her teeth but refusing to surrender. “I… I come from a more prestigious family than Renee.”

But in truth, Laura paled in comparison to Rep

in terms of appearance, physique, temperament, and talent. After all,Renee wouldn’t have earned the title of top socialite for so many years if Laura could rival her in these aspects.

Marcelo appeared to find Laura’s claim amusing.

Without uttering a word, the irony in his expression was so unmistakable that it landed on Laura like a stinging slap, leaving her with a searing sensation.

So what if Laura came from a prestigious family?

In Marcelo’s eyes, it was pointless to even bring up her family background around him.

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“You two…Are you his girlfriend? When did flris happen?” Laura was struggling to wrap her head around it. She looked flustered, directing her questions only at Renee.

Marcelo’s presence seemed to intimidate her.

“No, I’m not his girlfriend, “Renee responded. She glanced at Marcelo, who remained silent. With a straightforward tone, she added, “We’re married.”

The university campus was alive that night. Groups of students strolled down the streets. Some were friends sharing jokes and laughter, while others were couples, close and affectionate.

Renee, sitting in the back of the car, rolled down the window for a better view.

Marcelo noticed a hint of envy in her eyes as she observed the happy couples.

Suddenly, Renee realized Marcelo was watching her.

“What’s wrong?” she asked, a bit confused.

He returned her question with his own. “What’s wrong with you?” he inquired.

She shifted her gaze away from the students, leaned back in her seat, and closed her eyes. “I really envy them for having such a carefree college life,” she murmured.

Marcelo watched her, but neither of them seemed inclined to continue the conversation.

Luke, sitting at the front of the car, spoke up politely. “Mrs. King, I’ve seen your resume. You graduated from a top university with outstanding achievements. Why are you still envious of them?”

Renee sighed. “They have their own kind of happiness. Plus, I doubt their university had someone as terrible as Andrew.”

The thought of Andrew, especially now that she was married to Marcelo and he still bothered her, intensified her envy for the students‘ peaceful life.