Standing by the door, a smile escaped Marcelo as he overheard Renee’s conversation with Howard.It only confirmed that Renee had no affection for that dude so that little punk had better take a hint and back off or else…***************Having napped during the afternoon,Renee found herself unable to sleep in the night. Instead, she delved into researching information about the Hill family and Marvin.“Marcelo, do you have any information on Marvin?" Her search yielded no fruitful results.Returning from the study, Marcelo replied, "No."But in his eyes, Marvin was not a pleasant person.“Oh." After pondering for a while, Renee changed her approach, asking, "Then, do you know the current situation with the Hill family? I'm concerned about Sarah’s safety."Seeing Renee’s persistence, Marcelo reluctantly said, "Marvin's associates will locate him soon."Assured by this, Renee didn’t need to worry about Sarah.Sarah had been abducted, and it was improbable for Marvin to find her independ
Renee was speechless.She wondered if Marcelo came here with the intention of starting a fight.Before the verbal confrontation escalated,Renee hastily explained, "Do you know the relationship between me and Sarah? Sarah is the lady inside."The crew-cut man hesitated for a moment and then said respectfully, "Miss Hudson, please come in."Renee was surprised. She was just a friend of Sarah’s, yet she was treated with such respect. It was evident that Marvin's subordinates held Sarah in high regard.Inside the ward, Marvin lay with bandages on his head, his eyes closed, seemingly asleep. However, even in slumber, he clutched Sarah’s hand tightly, as if afraid she might slip away.“Uh...What happened?" Renee asked quietly. "You two..."Sporting a helpless expression,Sarah even succumbed to a bit of emotional breakdown. "Marvin's memories are in disarray and I got stuck with him."Ironically, Marvin remembered all his subordinates clearly, but he treated Sarah as his possession.“What's
Right after Renee wrapped up her work, she checked her phone and found a message from Howard. It was a poster of her upcoming lecture, crafted by the student union's publicity team. Howard had sent it for her approval.*******Simultaneously, a picture of that same poster landed on Marcelo’s desk.Aware of Renee’s upcoming lecture,Marcelo asked, "Have those campus rumors been sorted out?"With a subtle expression, Luke said, "The PR department has a plan in place, but it seems someone at the school is already handling it pretty well. We might complicate things if we step in now."“Who's behind it?"Marcelo asked, having a suspicion about who it might be.Luke pulled out an iPad, found the relevant details, and showed them to Marcelo. "It's Howard Lee."Howard had earned a reputation as the most effective student council president Bellbanks University had seen in a decade. His influence was significant. Not only was he involved in organizing Renee’s lecture, but he was also actively deb
The teacher responded, "That's not a big deal. Howard, take Renee and Mr. King to the canteen and use your campus card. I'll reimburse your expenses."The sponsor's rare desire to eat in the canteen showcased his frugality.Marcelo shot Howard an unfriendly glance.Although Howard didn't get the chance for a private meal with Renee, he successfully thwarted Marcelo’s plans. After hours of gloom, Howard was in a good mood.TheUniversity's canteen boasted the best-tasting food with a self-service pickup method and card swiping. It attracted numerous students for dining.Renee found a quiet corner and asked Marcelo to wait for her."Where are you going?" Marcelo grasped her wrist."To get the dishes."Renee implored, "Let go of me. The students will conclude their classes soon, and I'll have to queue up to get the dishes."Marcelo, unfamiliar with the canteen, didn't realize that dining there was a time-sensitive endeavor."He will get them." He subtly nodded in Howard's direction, who st
About ten minutes after the lunch hour began, the canteen began to fill up with more students.The three of them stood out. Howard was well-known in the school. Marcelo’s good looks, combined with his wheelchair, drew attention. Renee’s face was also familiar to some students. Even though Renee had picked a corner seat, many students paused to sneak glances at her.A few even seemed eager to approach her, but were stopped by Marcelo’s stern look and commanding presence, resorting to secret glances.Howard had obligations at the student union, so he left first.Marcelo, finding the canteen food disgusting, barely touched his meal. With the growing crowd,Renee hurriedly finished eating.She went to put the tableware in the collection area. When she came back, she saw two girls standing in front of Marcelo.One was visibly excited, the other timid and shy.The nervous and shy girl stammered, "Can...Can I have your phone number? I promise not to bother you unnecessarily."Renee raised her
The lecture was split into three segments.Howard, the host, kicked off the event.Renee followed, sharing her study experiences and tips. Finally, it was time for students to ask their questions.Renee finished her talk without a problem. The audience, being of a similar age, eagerly participated, asking mostly about study techniques and personal growth.Wearing a mask,Catherine sat in the corner of the last row. Surveying the crowded room of over five hundred people, with some even standing in the aisles, her expression darkened.Was Renee really that popular?Had these people forgotten the scandal Herman revealed about Renee?Renee randomly picked someone from the audience.The chosen guy stood up, all smiles, and asked, "Renee, can I ask something unrelated to studies or major?"“Sure, go ahead." Renee didn't care.“What's your opinion of Howard? This is his first time serving as a host for someone since becoming the president of the student union."Students at this age loved to st
The unexpected arrival of Laura took everyone by surprise.Renee instinctively glanced towards the back door.Marcelo, still seated there, appeared unfazed by Laura's entrance, as though he had anticipated her arrival."Good afternoon, everyone," Laura began, microphone in hand. "I am the daughter of the chairman of Herod Group, and Herman's cousin. Should you doubt my identity, feel free to verify my background online. I've come today because I've heard someone spreading false information about my family."Her gaze deliberately settled on Catherine, who was standing in the last row.“While it's true that Herod Group is facing some operational challenges, these issues are unrelated to Renee. The difficulties stem from internal matters within our family, which we are actively addressing. I am confident we will overcome these obstacles and emerge stronger!"Catherine, visibly shaken, collapsed into the chair.Why was Laura...here defending Renee?Was she out of her mind? How could she s
"There's a variety of things to do. You could go to a concert with a huge crowd, visit amusement parks for fireworks, or head downtown to hear the New Year bells.Bars have countdown events too."Marcelo considered Luke’s suggestions.Why would anyone enjoy being in a huge crowd at a concert?Weren't fireworks seen on occasions other than New Year's?What's the big deal about bell ringing? It's merely a mechanical sound.Wasn't visiting bars just an everyday thing?Those suggestions were truly unexciting.Luke could easily read the lack of interest on Marcelo’s face, which didn't surprise him.He was about to exit the office.Just as he reached the door, he was called back.Marcelo announced, "Let anyone with important issues come to me now. I'm leaving in three hours."Luke was stunned. "Oh? Understood!"They were leaving early at the year's end?They were not finalizing the annual accounts?Could Marcelo be planning to celebrate New Year's Eve?This idea surprised Luke. When he share
Marcelo woke up the following morning with Renee in his arms.He sighed in content as he pressed a kiss to her forehead.She was still asleep.His cellphone rang and he quickly reached for it not wanting to wake Renee up.It was Luke.“We have a problem,sir.Paul has passed away.”Luke informed him.Marcelo grimaced and slowly got out of the bed,careful not to wake Renee.As soon as he walked out of the bedroom,he said.“Talk to me.”“The hidden cameras caught Gary bringing him coffee,he drank it and it led to his death.He also said some incriminating words that meant he poisoned the coffee if we were to use it in court.But there’s more.He sent his men out there to look for a perfect chance to kidnap Renee.”And that made Marcelo’s fingers clenched around his cellphone.This was the last straw!For so many years,he had thought his father’s death was just an accident but after the accident that claimed his brother’s life as well.He became certain that someone wanted to eliminate his who
I know.I could feel every bit of it.“I love you.”He said again and leaned over to kiss me.His kiss was deep, slow and sensual.He moved one of his hand down and guided the tip of his shaft inside me.And I came immediately,my own body taking me by surprise.A wave of sensual electricity jolted me from my core.My body shuddered from my toes to the top of my head and the contractions in the core of my body filled me with incredible pleasure.After it was all over,I opened my eyes,I saw Marcelo looking down at me with a grin.“You came already?”He teased.”That was just the tip.”I blushed a deep red.I haven’t come this fast before since I started having sex with him but tonight I was incredibly turned on more than ever,by his words, by the way he kissed me,by the way he touched me so just the slightest bit of his cock was enough to send me over the edge.I pouted.”I…I love you so much,that’s why.”He stared at me for a while as if processing what he had just heard.I placed my hand o
As soon as Marcelo walked into the house that day,Renee ran up to him and hugged him.He smiled as he stroke her hair.“Did you watch the press conference?”She nodded.“I’m sorry that I didn’t inform you about announcing our marriage to the public first…I…”She lifted up her head to stare at his face.“I’m not upset.I’m glad that everyone knows I’m your wife.”Marcelo beamed at her.”And I am glad that everyone knows that this incredible woman is mine.”She smiled,broadly.“I was thinking,maybe we could have a wedding ceremony.”He suggested.She bit her lower lip.”I’d like to walk down the aisle to you.”He leaned down and kissed her deeply.“I’m curious about something.”She suddenly let out.“About what?”He asked.“Were you disappointed or happy when Wyatt confirmed I wasn’t pregnant?”“Disappointed.”He replied,honestly.“Really?”“Yeah. I always thought I didn’t want marriage or children but Renee,I want everything with you.I want to experience everything only with you.”Renee giggl
That night,Gary couldn’t sleep.He paced to and fro thinking about the fact that Marcelo just keeps surprising them recently.Firstly,from thinking he was a disabled loser to finding out he owned the most powerful company in the country.And now,he wasn’t disabled!That nephew of his deceived him!Back then,that accident was meant to kill both Sebastian and Marcelo.But Marcelo had survived.Gary had wanted to make another attempt on his life but finding out that he was disabled made him feel that there was no need.Now,looking back,he felt enraged.Marcelo had deceived him!Marcelo had made him think that he was a disabled loser while he secretly made moves.Gary felt like tearing down the whole house.He needed to go see his father.They needed to talk about how to eliminate Marcelo once and for all!They couldn’t let Marcelo get more powerful than this.As Gary went up to Paul’s study, he was about to knock when he heard Paul’s voice.“I am not getting any younger.And it pains me to r
My love?Those words reeled through her head and she slowly pulled away from him and stared into his eyes.It wasn’t the first time he was calling her that but it made her heart ache as she wondered if he knew what that meant.“Do you even know what that means?”She asked,her voice hoarse from crying so much.Marcelo was confused.“What are you talking about?”“You shouldn’t call me your love.People don’t just randomly call people that.”She turned away from him as tears threatened again.“Renee,I’m not randomly calling you that.I called you that because…”“Why did you help her?”He blinked,surprised by her question again.“Help who?”“Stop playing dumb already.”She yelled as she stood up to her feet.“Do you know how hard she tried to ruin me?!She was aiming at ruining my career and I did my best,getting the jewelries and…and running around making sure everything went smoothly,do you have any idea how tired I was when I played the piano.Even if I was looking composed,doing so much that
“No, it wasn't me!"Catherine blurted out in a knee-jerk reaction. But as she realized the undeniable truth in the surveillance footage, she quickly shifted her story. "I just lost my balance. It was an accident. I didn't mean to hit the table!"Renee was unaware of Catherine’s presence near the champagne tower since she was out of her line of sight. Now, she was convinced that Catherine had intended the incident.Marcelo, however, was uninterested in Catherine’s excuses.“I'm giving you a chance to apologize," he said sternly. He pointed to another champagne tower and instructed Catherine, "Go stand there and pull the table yourself."His demand wasn't unreasonable. He wanted Catherine to understand the potential harm she had nearly caused Renee.“No, I can't!"Catherine refused, shaking her head in terror and shielding her face.She feared the glass could cut her, potentially scarring her face. She then tried to shift the blame to Renee. "You weren't even hurt. You can't do this to me
"A marriage alliance..." Vivian muttered, her voice trailing off.The news had caught her completely off guard.Catherine’s satisfied grin grew wider as she saw the shock etched on Vivian’s face.“Miss Lambert, do you still see yourself as the other woman? Are you ready to be outplayed by someone so cunning?"“Why are you telling me this?" Vivian quickly regained her composure. "You're with Andrew. We both understand his connection to Marcelo. If I marry into the King family, the Lamberts will support Marcelo. That can't be good for you."It didn't make sense for Catherine to be helping her.Catherine just shrugged. "I can't stand watching that Renee enjoy a good life. Isn't that reason enough?"************The birthday ceremony then began. Paul had two sons and a daughter. Today, his daughter was notably absent. She was the family's outcast, having married young and moved abroad with her husband. She had almost cut all ties with the Kings.Renee vaguely recalled that she had been cl
Renee watched Vivian with a knowing smile.Vivian, unable to utter the words, bit her silver teeth and continued to gaze at Marcelo, silently begging for his help.Considering her relationship with his brother, Marcelo reassured, "It's okay not to call her that."If his brother were still alive and married to Vivian, they would have referred to Vivian as "sister-in-law."Renee’s smile stiffened slightly, but it didn't matter to her. She didn't need Vivian’s acknowledgment as "sister-in-law," and the thought of it even disgusted her.She didn’t want Marcelo and Vivian to be seen as siblings.She wanted Vivian to have nothing to do with her husband.Was that too much to ask?Meanwhile,Jessica showed a keen interest in the piece Renee had composed and started discussing it with her.Finding the conversation uninteresting, Marcelo decided to step out to the balcony for a smoke. Seizing the opportunity, Vivian followed him.“Marcelo, are you angry with me for siding with your father today?"
Feeling a pit in her stomach,Renee was about to relinquish her hold when Marcelo spoke.“No, thank you." He refused Vivian directly.Marcelo waved in the direction of Damian, who was standing nearby. "Damian will keep you company.”Vivian and Damian were already acquainted.“Huh? Oh, sure. I'll take it from here,"Damian replied.He was startled at first, and then bewildered by the sudden task that was thrown in his face. But he didn't want Marcelo to leave Renee alone and go with another woman, so he agreed without a second thought.The smile froze on Vivian’s face, and her eyes darkened. She swallowed and quickly composed herself. "Well," she said, forcing another smile at Damian. "I'm afraid I will have to trouble you in the meantime."Damian paid no mind to her strained expression and carried on as he would with an old friend.“It's no trouble at all. We were just about to play dice, do you care to join us?Renee is quite good at it. Why don't you give it a try?"Damian offered.Wyat