Secret Wife Real Billionaire (by Ela) novel Chapter 137

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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.

“Sorry, Paul, but I have no topics to discuss with you,” Renee responded, firmly as expected. Without further delay, they both made their exit.

Paul’s anger surged, his face flushing and then turning pale before he had to sit down to catch his breath. Right then, the butler arrived with fast–acting heart medication.

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

As Paul began to relax, his frustration with Renee only got worse.

He had welcomed 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 to be quite a headache!

“Marcelo’s wife is just as stubborn as he is! That Lambert girl is more fit to be his wife!” Paul hissed.

“Vivian Lambert?” The butler interjected while pouring Paul some tea. “She’s due to come back in the country soon. Rumor has it she still holds feelings for Marcelo.”

Paul reflected on this. “When she’s back, arrange for her to visit me. And send some health tonics to.

The butler, who had served Paul for years, caught the hint: Paul was looking to patch things up with Marcelo.

With age, people’s views on many matters changed, yet the ties of family tended to grow stronger.

lo’s home.”

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Chapter 137 Defend him sodiercely

Especially since Marcelo was showing himself to be far more capable than Andeww.

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Upon Renee and Marcelo return home, a delivery from the King estate was waiting.

It was a collection of valuable health supplements: century–old ginseng, well–aged tangerine peel, top quality cordyceps, and around a dozen other esteemed tonics.

Marcelo swiftly disposed of the gifts in front of those who had delivered them.

Renee sought out Ivan in the side building, driven 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 shock when Chad spoke of Jessica’s illness.

“Yes.“Ivan confirmed with a nod.

“Why then… haven’t you considered removing her from the care facility? Or bringing her into the Chapman household?” Renee was confused.

Ivan seemed at a loss for words, scratching his head, considering how to explain.

After a moment, he inquired, “Renee, why do you think we ought to relocate my aunt?”

Jessica was the aunt he referred to.

“Because I think Jessica is being wielded by Paul as leverage over Marcelo.” Renee sighed. She started to think that Jessica was manipulated by the King family.

Marcelo’s hesitance to visit the King’s house was overcome by the necessity to deal with Jessica’s situation.

To Marcelo, the stakes were as high as life and death.

She empathized deeply, recognizing in Jessica a parallel to her relationship with Naomi.

“You are right, “Ivan admitted bitterly, harboring deep resentment. “But it’s a position my aunt accepted willingly.”

“What do you mean?“Renee was stunned.

“My aunt hasn’t moved past the feeling of losing her husband. Plus the accident that took her husband’s life made her mentally unstable so she sometimes sees Paul as her late husband. Each time we take her away,she always end up going back and trust me, you do not want to see when she loses it completely. “Ivan was perplexed by Jessica’s enduring attachment to Paul.

At that moment, Renee’s confusion cleared.

The realization dawned on her.

Despite the Chapmans‘ influence, capable of shielding their family from the Kings, and Marcelo’s power to extricate Jessica, they yielded to Paul’s pressure as he was using her mental condition against them.

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