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

Chapter 104

Kristin’s breath came in short gasps as she faced James, her gaze defiant yet resolute. “Rhett isn’t that type of person,” she declared.

“Kristin!” James thought she would be shocked and disappointed, but he never imagined Kristin’s first reaction would be to defend Rhett. “You’ve only known him for a few days. How well do you think you understand him? Do you believe a man like Rhett could rise to where he is today by being Mr. Nice Guy?”

“That’s Mr. FitzGerald’s private business. It has nothing to do with me.” Kristin’s heart was pounding, a suffocating weight settling in her chest.

No matter what Rhett was like, it was irrelevant to her. They were only partners.

But why did it have to be Hertha, and why the Haywood family again? She didn’t want to get entangled with the Haywood family anymore.

*Kristin, stay away from Rhett. He’s not like me. I at least have genuine feelings for you and wouldn’t use you. But Rhett… he could ruin you.” James released Kristin, and his voice was heavy with warning.

Kristin looked down, silent.

James tugged at his tie in frustration. Kristin was stubborn, unwilling to see the truth until it was too late. She wouldn’t turn back until she had suffered at the hands of Rhett and the FitzGerald Group.

In Capital City.

Rhett stood by the floor–to–ceiling windows of the hotel, frowning slightly.

Kristin hung up on his call.

Knowing her temperament, she wouldn’t cut off the communication without a serious reason. “Check if something’s happened to Kristin. Ask the housekeeper if she’s returned home, and find out what’s happening at the office,” Rhett commanded York in a deep voice.

York sighed, knowing Kristin was in trouble.

After making several calls, York approached Rhett with a grim face. “The housekeeper said Kristin hasn’t returned home. The office reported that Kristin had confronted Ruby at the company entrance in the daytime. Kristin pushed her, causing Ruby to faint.”

Kristin was becoming reckless, openly assaulting Ruby despite her frail health.

“Do you believe that?” Rhett asked, his voice low as he sat on the sofa. “Did the Turner family stir up trouble for Kristin?”

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“Clarence took Ruby away, and the Turner family has been pulling strings with Nicola and Holcomb, claiming someone like Kristin has no place in the FitzGerald Group.” York sighed. With so many against Kristin’s presence in the FitzGerald Group, he wondered if she could withstand the pressure.

“Pull up the surveillance footage from the company entrance and send it to me. Who did Kristin leave with?” Rhett refused to believe Kristin would intentionally harm Ruby.

returned to Crescendo Town.” York glanced at Rhett before adding, “Mr. FitzGerald, I’ve told you before

must be concerned about something in Crescendo

wondering why Rhett paid so much attention to Kristin. It

out Rhett’s

Harriet was in an accident and pushed down a flight of stairs,

down the stairs. The baby’s gone, and she can’t have children

paused, then glanced at the time. Did Kristin seek James‘ help

hadn’t fully trusted him, so she hadn’t informed him immediately.

Town,” Rhett declared and rose

FitzGerald! You have a meeting tomorrow afternoon. Heading to Crescendo Town now…”

an hour’s drive, it was late. Why was Rhett making this trip at this hour?

he will help her sort

York spoke anxiously.

currently my wife in the eyes of the law. Do you think I should let her

dad. How could it…” York trailed off, stomping his foot in frustration. When Rhett

Crescendo Central Hospital.

you here,” James told Kristin, gesturing toward

to the smoking area to light a cigarette.

uneasy, Kristin reached out for James‘

“Want to contact

boss…” Kristin

now.” James‘ voice carried a hint of jealousy. He wasn’t worried about

voice tinged with a defiance she did not feel. She couldn’t risk

James warned. His voice was such a low growl that it vibrated with barely contained

She was scared of James. The trauma of being assaulted six years ago had left deep scars, and his fury was the last thing she

mind racing with how

the bed, her face ghostly pale, her eyes dull

with palpable worry. It was clear

by Harriet’s side in her time of

to reality, turning to look at Kristin, unable to

as she approached

clung to Kristin

words could never convey. It was a silent scream, a raw

in Silvergrove City?” Harriet asked in

Kristin just nodded.