Gentle goodbye
Dating hur Avygaye Sexx noticed Cancelo following her
<i>*</i>‘*ou my way He replied, taking a seat in the back and
are you driving me to the airport?” she asked.
structing the driver to start the car.
Respondered the route The airport was tear the suburbs Where could he be going that was on the way?
Shw tward to how “Don’t you have work today?” Her tone carried a hint of curiosity towards Marcelo, who w sually idle that morning
With a rxed demeanor, Marcelo replied, “Day off.”
Rene shot him a doubtful look
Was the KM Group really performing so poorly that its CEOcould afford to take so many days off? She thought to
Catching her skeptical nce Marcelo gently tapped Renee’s forehead “What’s that look for?” he asked.
He suspected that he was crazy to skip work just because she was leaving the country.
Reng, rubbing her forehead, shot him a slightly aggrieved re. But she didn’t call him out on his apparent mind. Reaching the airport, she suppressed herughter, feeling an unexpected warmth in her heart.
At the airport, farewells were amon sight
Marcelo noticed a couple near the entrance, the woman clinging tightly to the man, her face hidden in his neck ?n a deeply emotional goodbye. He turned away from the scene and called out to Renee, who stepped out of the car without any apparent reluctance.
“Renee!” he called,
“Yes?“She turned, puzzled,
Marcelo frowned, gesturing towards her. She seemedpletely unemotional about leaving. “What do you…?”
Renee’s words were cut short as she approached the car.Marcelo, seated in the back, reached out, grasped the back of her neck, and pulled her close.
His lips met hers in a fervent kiss, starting with an intensity like a reprimand. It slowly turned softer, transforming into a gentle goodbye.
Renee’s eyes remained wide open in shock, locked onto Marcelo’s dark eyes. She felt emotions from him that were new and profound, like invisible tendrils entangling her heart.
After a moment, he parted his lips from hers, his hand still lingering on her neck. His voice was rough as he whispered, “You can go now.<i>” </i>
Uponnding at the Airport of the neighboring city, Renee was immediately grected by a representative from the Light brand. She was whisked away to her hotel to begin the hectic preparations for
ever.
uing show, busy as
Two dayster, early in the morning, the models were getting their makeup and styling done for the evening’s
show.
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Suddenly, Jonah Hewitt’s assistant burst in, panic–stricken “Jonah, there’s a problem! The pater’s jewlery can’t be delivered!”
Jonah, the chief costume designer for the Light show, was <b>man </b>in his mid–thirds and <b>quite </b>handhane Sewas perplexed. “How can that be? Isn’t the jewelry provided by Vivian?” he inquired.
“The jewelry partner is Vivian Lambert?“Renee echoed, her concern growing. She felt uneasy when site herand Vivian’s name. She knew the show’s jewelry was being styled by a prominent designer, but she didn’t realize <b>was </b>her. The jewelry’s high value and small size meant Retire had <b>only </b>seen photos, <b>not </b>the actual plenes
“Yes, that’s her,” Jonah confirmed, quickly dialing Vivian’s studio.
The call was brief, and Jonah’s face darkened with every word. He hung up, looking very serious. “What happened? “Renee asked, her worry evident.
“Vivian’s agent said she thinks the designs don’t match ourpany’s style. She’s pulling cut and will pay the breach of contract f*e,” Jonah exined, his expression grim. “We’ve worked with her before. That’s why we trusted her to deliver the jewelry on the day of the show.”
Renee realized the severity of the situation. <i>The </i>breach of contract f*e wasn’t the main issue. Vivian backing out on the day of the show seemed more like a deliberate act than a genuine concern about design misuratives.
Renee had a sinking feeling. This felt personal. Vivianwas targeting her!
This was Renee’s first time leading an international show for Light. Any failure, especially now, would tamish her
career.
Jonah, now racing against time, began calling various contacts to secure alternative jewelry. He was too upied 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 <i>the </i>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 <i>saved </i>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 coborations sessful?”
“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, mywyer will handle the negotiations with Light for the breach of contractpensation. This is not something a stylist like you should concern yourself with<b>, </b>“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!
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“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<b>, </b><b>still </b>clinging to the pretense the had done nothing wrong.
Moreover, she was certain that she wasn’t alienating Light
She was talented and everyone knew it. Sooner orter, Light would actively seek to mend their rtionship. Besides, with this move, she would make it clear to Light and other brands that Renee was to be avoided!
Vivian added, “Additionally, Quincy is aware of the incident with Alma. I hope you will behave appropriately and not cause trouble for Marcelo because of your personal issues.”
“How does it concern you if I make trouble for my man?”
Vivian was taken aback by Renee’s use of the term “my man” and was getting ready to respond when Renee abruptly ended the call.
*****
Marcelo and Vivian had recently visited the cemetery to honor Sebastian’s memory.
They had just returned when Marcelo received a call from thepany and had to leave. Shortly after he left, Vivian received this call from Renee.
At the moment, Vivian was livid, but she was also takingfort in the fact that she would soon see Renee’s downfall.
The mess at Light’s show was something Renee couldn’t clean up.
“Miss Lambert, the master wishes to <i>see </i>you,” a servant from the King family mansion murmured politely as he approached Vivian.
“Alright, please lead the way.“Vivian quicklyposed herself and followed the servant to the study.
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.