When the Boss’ Lady Became His Sister-in-law

Chapter 20

“That kid’s not mine,” Caleb blurted out defensively.

“Cut the crap, Caleb,” Eve wasn’t buying it.

Holcomb furrowed his brow. “No matter whose kid it is, I expect you to handle it properly.”

Caleb felt sweat begin to pool in his palms. Holcomb was backing him into a corner, eager to see how he’d handle Kristin in order to save Eve’s reputation.

Eve watched Caleb with a smirk of schadenfreude. “Let’s see how you handle Kristin and the little bastard. Play your cards right, and my dad might bail out your family business.”

Caleb shot Eve a look of deep anger, snorted, and stormed off.

“Dad, why won’t you let me speak?” Eve started whining to Holcomb right after Caleb left.

“If you two had half the composure and guts of your elder brother, I’d be at ease,” Holcomb sighed. “What’s marriage and love anyway? You must have dirt on someone to have them by the balls.”

Eve’s lips curled up. She was eager to see if Caleb would do something drastic to Kristin and the kid for the sake of the Gladstone family’s business.

“Dad, a guy like Caleb won’t just roll over and play nice.” Vincent said with a stony face.

Caleb had some nerve, having had the audacity to make a move on his girl back in the day. And he would pay the price for it.

“The Gladstone family is facing more than just a minor crisis. He’d come begging to you.” Holcomb patted Vincent’s shoulder. “Lately, focus your energy. I’m not pleased with your performance at the company, and neither is your brother.”

“Dad! With Rhett around, nothing I do is ever good enough,” Vincent envied Rhett but had to admit the guy had talent. He was intimidated by Rhett.

“Keep yourself in line, and Rhett will help you out.” Holcomb hoped for family harmony. “I’ll be traveling abroad in a few days. Don’t you two cause any trouble at home.“.

wanted to talk to Holcomb about shares and management

him unhappily upstairs. If he didn’t bring it up, when would he? Rhett had complete control of the company at

if he’s capable, he can’t show it because those old staff only recognize shares. It’s tough for Vincent,” Nicola said with a smile, carefully catering

being the other woman, all

Chapter 20

shares.

directly to Rhett in the will. Nobody

in if you speak up. Rhett isn’t unreasonable.” Nicola redressed, implying that if Rhett hoarded his company shares without parting some to

rubbed his temples. “I’ll find an opportunity to talk

whacked with a stick by

useless. Garner couldn’t even get close to the FitzGerald Mansion.

“Uncle Garner!”

heard Summer’s voice, dropped his wrench, and ran over

Garner a weak smile. “Garner,

reddened as he nodded. “Hungry, right? I’ll wash up and cook for you. I’m sorry.

Garner.” Kristin shook her

commendable job taking care of Summer

Kristin was content.

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Kristin’s swollen cheek, filled

that he knew nothing about society,

could he protect Summer

Kristin choked up, shaking

hurried inside, washed his hands, and started cooking.

oatmeal satisfied Kristin

she’d had a hot, big meal.