Secret Wife Real Billionaire (by Ela) novel Chapter 255

Jonah, now racing against time, began calling various contacts to secure alternative jewelry. He was too occupied to confront Vivian about her actions.

Meanwhile, Renee stepped aside and dialed Vivian’s number.

“Miss Lambert, this is Renee," she said as soon as the call connected.

“Miss Hudson? How did you get my contact? Did Marcelo give it to you?"Vivian sounded suspicious.

“You called me to plead for Herman once, remember? I saved your number after that call."Renee was irked by Vivian’s mention of Marcelo.

“I see. Do you need something, Miss Hudson?"Vivian’s tone was deliberate, though she was already aware of why Renee was calling, having been briefed by her agent.

Renee didn't want to waste time with pleasantries. "Miss Lambert, I'm leading the styling for this Light show. I just heard about your abrupt contract breach. You've worked with Light three times before. If there's a mismatch in design style or concept, why were the past collaborations successful?"

“The previous times were indeed fine,"Vivian responded, hinting at something else.

Renee, looking down at the carpet, chuckled softly. Her voice took on a colder edge. "Is it because I'm involved this time?"

"Miss Hudson, my lawyer will handle the negotiations with Light for the breach of contract compensation. This is not something a stylist like you should concern yourself with,"Vivian replied.

She dodged Renee’s question, firmly refusing to give Renee any leverage over her.

While her words were proper on the surface, Vivian and Renee were both aware of why Vivian did what she did.

“Miss Lambert, just to target me, you chose to alienate a top luxury brand. I'm honored by the value you see in me!"Renee’s face was cold.

She had initially admired Vivian’s talent.

But now,she would never align herself with someone who didn't value her career and aspirations.

“Miss Hudson, I don't understand what you're saying,"Vivian murmured softly, still clinging to the pretense she had done nothing wrong.

Moreover, she was certain that she wasn't alienating Light.

She was talented and everyone knew it. Sooner or later, Light would actively seek to mend their relationship. Besides, with this move, she would make it clear to Light and other brands that Renee was to be avoided!

Paul was sitting in the study, leisurely sipping his tea.

“Good day, Mr. King,"Vivian greeted him with due respect.

Paul nodded, signaling for Vivian to sit.

Vivian smiled and declined, "I'll stand, Mr. King. Please go straight to the point."

She used this tactic to create distance between herself and Paul, making it clear that she was on Marcelo’s side.

Vivian was well aware of the internal divisions within the King family.

Paul wasn't bothered by Vivian’s rudeness, as he needed a woman determined to win over Marcelo.

The more she loved Marcelo, the better!

“Vivian, do you want to be Marcelo’s wife?"Paul asked with a sly smile.