Chapter 147 Of all people-
Chapter 147 Of all people
“Miss Lambert, do you need me to get someone to take you home Luke offered.
“No, thanks. I drove here by myself. I can take myself…Wait!”
A thought had suddenly entered Vivian’s mind. Without thinking twice, she quickly asked him, “Luke, I heard you say… Mrs. King, right?”
She was sure that she had heard those words, but she just needed to be sure. Part of her just couldn’t ept the implication behind those words.
“Miss Lambert, it’s better for you to ask Mr. King about it personally,” Luke suggested.
If Anna had been in the office right now, she would have noticed that something was wrong. Luke was a very cautious person. If he wanted to conceal Marcelo’s marriage from Vivian, he would definitely not have called Renee “Mrs. King“. Instead, he would have just called her the usual “Miss Hudson“.
Vivian remained silent as she ran this through her head.
Could Marcelo really be married?
He was married to Renee?
How could this be?
Vivian had always thought Marcelo was not going to fall in love with any woman. But if he ever did, it would be her.
How could it be Renee of all people?
Renee had just walked out of KM Group when she received a call from Catherine.
“Why hasn’t the school issue been resolved yet, Renee? You promised to help me!“Catherine practically shouted, her voice filled with disappointment.
This brought a frown to Renee’s face. With one hand holding the phone to her ear, she entered her car and started it with her other hand.
She responded to Catherine at the same time the engine roared to life, “When did I make such a promise?”
“That day at home,“Catherine reminded her. “You told me you would think of a way!”
She was very desperate. She didn’t want to be expelled from school at all!
“Right now, there’s nothing I can do,” Renee said impatiently and hung up.
But immediately, her mind went to Naomi.
Last time, Naomi had almost seeded in making Renee pledge to fulfill her birthday wish.
Not wanting to be troubled by her conscience, Renee began to think of a suitable exnation that she would give to Naomi.
But not long after that, Renee received a call from her professor. “Renee, Catherine is making a scene in the dean’s office. I reported it to the Hudson family, but they referred me to you<b>, </b>saying you would take care of the issue. You know, you’re a respected alumnus of the school. We are worried that her actions may affect your reputation. Hence, we hope you cane back to school and address it.”
“Okay, I’lle over right away,“Renee promised albeit with an angry look on her face.
Catherine was in the dean’s office, crying pitifully, waiting for Renee to take care of the issue for her.
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“I believe the teachers should handle this ording to school policy. My opinion shouldn’t matter.“Renee quickly rified her stance. “I’m just an alumna who’s just graduated. I know I can’t interfere with the school’s policies or affect its principles.”
The situation didn’t really allow for any negotiation. The school had only called Renee because the Hudson family kept mentioning her. Rence had left a positive mark on the school and was a respected former student. The school, mindful of her reputation, wanted to let her know about the current situation.
“Renee, you lived a fulfilling life as a Hudson for over twenty years. You can’t be this heartless!“Catherine attempted to grasp Renee’s wrist but Renee easily dodged her.
“You used my achievements to get into this University. You passed off my awards as your own. That was deceitful from the start! And once there, instead of working hard, you chose dishonesty. Today’s consequences are of your own making!“Renee hissed.
Catherine got into the school as a talented student, but she had used fake versions of Renee’s certificates. The Hudsons had also made a hefty donation to secure her admission.
“You just don’t want to help me! Renee, you’re just jealous of my sess!” Catherine was stuck in her own delusion. “Have you even thought about what this will do to Nana?”
Renee’s face became somber. “I’ll talk to Nana myself. You don’t need to worry about that.”
The staff in the office were shocked by Catherine’s audacity, using someone to manipte Renee.
“A student like you can’t bepared to Renee. How could Renee be jealous of you?” a teacher said, almost in disbelief, as if to say, “Are you out of your mind?”
“Alright, this is resolved. Let’s go.“Renee’s professor, realizing Renee didn’t want to continue the interaction with Catherine,
escorted her out.
Once they were outside, Renee expressed her gratitude to Sylvester again.
“Don’t mention it. It is no big deal. We wouldn’t have known about your connection to the Hudsons family if they hadn’te forward…“Sylvester sighed and gave Renee aforting pat on the shoulder. “Focus on your own path, don’t let them get to
you!”
Being adopted and then being emotionally manipted by her adoptive parents and sister was incredibly harsh for Renee. It wasn’t her fault she was abandoned at birth.
“Seems like someone’s here to see you.“Sylvester casually pointed in a certain direction.
Renee noticed Howard at the end of the hallway.
Howard, teetering between his fondness for Renee, seemed slightly winded, as if he had run the whole way. His eyes, bright with excitement, were fixed on her.
With most students in ss, the campus cafe was fairly empty.
“Here’s your half–sweet milk tea,Renee. I didn’t get you a cold one since it’s not good to drink too many of those. This one’s warm.” Howard set the drink down in front of Renee.
“Thank you.” Renee took a gentle sip of the milk tea, then inquired, “The post on the forum… That was your doing, right?”
Howard looked surprised for a moment. “How did you figure it out?”
“The student council manages the school forum, and any trending topics are checked by you. My professor mentioned that the post was very detailed, almost like legal evidence. “Renee smiled and gave him a thumbs–up. “Howard, you could be a greatwyer someday!”
“I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to cause you any trouble.” Howard felt guilty.
He had intended for Catherine to face the consequences of her actions but didn’t expect the Hudsons to shamelessly drag Renee into their mess.
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“<b>It’s </b>fine. “Renee didn’t seem troubled. “But won’t this put you in <b>bad </b>spot? If the fludsons realize you were behind this, they might target you.”
“No, they won’t dare.” Howard was confident as he shook his head “You see, my family… they’re quite influential Ro wouldn’t risk upsetting me.”
Renee couldn’t help but burst outughing.
This caught Howard off guard. “Renee, what’s so funny?”
“It’s just that I find you unexpectedly… adorable.” It was a surprise to see this usuallyposed and promising student council president, renowned for his seriousness, making such a statement
For Renee, it was the first time she had genuinely smiled andughed that day.
Looking at Howard’s clothes and the quality of his belongings, Renee guessed his family must be even more influential than the Hudsons, albeit more discreet about it.
Howard, blushing, looked at Renee for a moment before retorting, ‘Come on, I’m actually twenty–three.I’m a big man.”
Renee caught his implication. “Being adorable isn’t just for children! Alright, I won’t call you adorable again.”
Howard felt unusually embarrassed, particrly because Renee was the one calling him adorable. He was puzzled as to why she would think so; everyone else always considered him mature andposed.
But he figured, being called adorable wasn’t so bad.
While Reneevwas still smiling, she suddenly sensed an intense stare.
Turning her head to look out the window, she saw a ck Maybach parked outside the building.
The car window lowered to reveal the strikingly handsome face of the man in the back seat.