Chapter 278

Joselyn adjusted the phone angle, revealing Marcelo standing a step behind her, a smile playing on his lips. He was laughing at her! The audacity! Renee was so annoyed that her teeth were gritted. “It's no problem," Joselyn responded lightly. "I'm a professor at the University of Livbon, and resigning is quite a hassle. I needed Marcelo’s help." “Ms. King, I apologize. I truly didn't know it was you..." Unfazed by the awkward situation, Joselyn handed the phone back to Marcelo. The more confidently Renee had approached Marcelo initially, the more embarrassed and annoyed she felt now. And the source of this entire mess seemed to be enjoying the show! “Renee," Marcelo stated confidently, "you're jealous." “Marcelo, it seems you no longer want a wife!" Renee ended the call abruptly. She followed through with her earlier threat, promptly blocking Marcelo on WhatsApp for three days. Marcelo, left hanging after the call, attempted to send another message. He got a notification back: "Message