NovelEnglishChapter 170 Defense method
Only by firmly embracing this woman did he truly feel her presence, as if this was the only way to ensure she
wouldn't be taken away by anyone else.
Seeing that her protests had no effect, Renee gave in.
She remained seated on his lap, taking a sip of milk tea from the cup she had opened and then donned
disposable gloves to begin eating the fried chicken.
Why did she have the feeling that he had becso assertive without her even
noticing? “Marcelo...”
“What is it?” he replied without looking up from the documents, s profile still displaying its usual angular and
somewhat aloof demeanor.
“Do you like to...you know...have...make physical contact withbecause you're in love with me?” Renee had
this question in mind but hesitated to voice it.
She had noticed a change in his attitude, a growing closeness and indulgence between them. However, he had
never explicitly expressed hits feelings for her, even though she had made attempts to draw those words
In the end,Renee decided not to push further.
She feared that asking directly might lead to a disappointing response.
“Are you free tomorrow?” Marcelo unexpectedly inquired.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“I'm planning to go to the shopping mall tomorrow morning to pick out an outfit for Nana, and | don’t have any
other plans for tomorrow,” she said.“What do you have in mind?”
“Tomorrow is Paul's birthday,“Marcelo revealed, producing an invitation from his drawer. It was an invitation to
Paul's seventy -fifth birthday celebration.
Renee hadn't expected Marcelo to be willing to attend Paul’s birthday party, given their complicated history.
It would be considered quite charitable if he simply refrained from bringing a knife to the event. She pondered
for a moment and then asked, “Will your mother be there?” It was the only possibility that cto her mind.
If Jessica attended, Marcelo might consider going.
“You are incredibly astute,” He remarked with a kiss to her face, praising her intelligence.
Paul's birthday party was set to be a lavish affair, with invitations extended to the elite from various circles.
Marcelo’s absence would tarnish Paul's reputation.
Concerned about his pride,Paul wouldn't let that happen. Hence, he used the leverage of Jessica to persuade
Marcelo to attend. “Alright, “Renee agreed. She was eager to see Jessica and thought it might be an opportunity.
“In that case, I'll select a couple more outfits for your mother tomorrow morning.”
As far as Renee could recall, Jessica was a woman who valued etiquette and fashion, always dressed impeccably.
But Marcelo unexpectedly interrupted, saying, “Renee, you've got it all wrong.”
“What?“Renee’s eyes widened in surprise at Marcelo’s revelation
Marcelo gently brushed his fingertips against her face, a faint smile playing on his lips as he explained, “She is
mother too.
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He emphasized the connection between Renee and Jessica. With Renee been his wife, it meant that Jessica was
also her mother.
Renee's eyelashes trembled, and her heart skipped a beat.
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It was a simple statement, but it carried significant meaning. It was a sign of his acknowledgment and
acceptance of her
The following day, the moment Renee sat up in bed, she was greeted by Marcelo’s voice.
“You're up so early. It seems like you lied toabout being tired last night,” he teased.
When Renee saw Marcelo sitting in the armchair beside the bed, grossed in reading documents, she found
herself momentarily speechless..
“How cyou're not at work?”
Marcelo was at a loss for words, a rare occurrence for the CEO.
He didn’t offer a verbal response, but his expression displayed an undeniable pride and stubbornness.
After all, he was the boss. So what if he didn’t go to work?
Who would fire him?
“I just happen to have sfree ttoday, so | thought I'd go shopping with you,” Marcelo declared without
any change in his expression.
Renee tilted her head, regarding him curiously. “Mr. King, is it challenging to admit that you want to select some
clothes for your mother?” she inquired with a hint of amusement.
Upon their initial encounter,Renee had noticed that Marcelo didn’t seem to have a close bond with Jessica.
He referred to her by her first nrather than as “mom” or mother.
Renee sensed that this was a defense method he had developed so as not to be too hurt about the fact that his
mother was mentally unstable.
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