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

Chapter 53

Harriet waltzed in with Kristin, hooking her up with a chill gig at the reception desk.

Kristin’s got the looks with a killer figure, a real head–turner behind the desk.

“Front desk’s all about image, but it’s a trouble magnet too. If some drunk ruffles your feathers, don’t poke the bear, just buzz me, got it?” Harriet’s the sales honcho for the joint, so she’s got Kristin’s back.

Kristin nodded, “Got it, I’m on it.”

As Harriet checked her phone, she rallied a few lookers to charm the guests.

“Hey, Mr. Zack, been a minute, huh? What’s your poison tonight? On the house!”

The chubby guy chuckled, wrapping an arm around Harriet’s waist. “You? Treat me? Brought some pals, find me some sharp gals for a bit of fun.”

Harriet shot him a knowing smile and followed him into the elevator.

Kristin stood at the desk, going over the VIP mugshots. These high–rollers were untouchable.

“Where are you from? A looker like you at the front desk, that’s a tough break,” Yara, another receptionist, said with a grin.

Kristin chuckled and replied, “I’m from out of town.“.

“Same! I hail from Saint Diego.” Yara wasn’t a knockout, but her smile was infectious.

“Front desk pays peanuts, no commission. But you, dolling up and sipping drinks without the extra, could rake in a couple grand a month,” Yara said, noticing Kristin’s silence.

Kristin shook her head. “I’m allergic to alcohol.”

Yara got it. “Shame, but no biggie. We make less, but it’s honest work.”

Kristin gave her a once–over, whispering, “How long have you been here?”

“Since graduation, pushing four years,” Yara whispered back, slipping Kristin a stick of gum.

Kristin murmured thanks and probed softly, “Ever seen Aurora Tech’s James Bryce around?”

We’re Aurora Tech’s playground, didn’t Lisa tell you? Mr. Bryce. brings his posse

shaking her head. HR went easy on her

some big shot’s coming tonight. We gotta suit

Kristin nodded.

dorms. Harriet, being the sales queen, had her space, and

rest to Garner, she couldn’t help but miss Summer, her little boy. She dared not call, fearing his cries would break her resolve to

get changed. You’re tall and slim. I’ve got your size. Check if the dress is too short.

Even receptionists had to look the part in a

room’s over there and my kit’s

taken aback, remembered that she had nearly

and even before that, she rarely

up and awkward, Kristin eyed her reflection. The dress hugged her form, showcasing her ballet–trained, swan–like neck, and delicate features. Her hair was tied

spot–on. High heels accentuated her shapely and fair legs, though the bruises

it was hopeless. The high slits. meant her legs were on full display.

at the sight of Kristin. “You a dancer or what?”

quiet,

noticed the bruises, whispering.

her lip, silent.

new flesh–toned

murmured, promising to replace

stranger. You’ve got the foundation. Slap on some lipstick and come on out, Lisa said the big fish is arriving,

on the stockings, slipped into

color on her lips, she looked much better, cautiously stepping

no makeup?” Lisa, from the etiquette department, was stunned by Kristin’s

LULA

Chapter 53

to have you just greeting at the door.”

blushed and headed

dinner for Silvergrove Chamber of Commerce is about to start. Big shots everywhere,

mention of the chamber dinner sent Kristin’s nerves into overdrive,

erratic.

approached the door, Kristin was