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.

like they’ve returned to Crescendo Town.” York glanced at Rhett before adding, “Mr. FitzGerald, I’ve told you before that Summer is James‘ son. Kristin and James

before work tomorrow. She must be concerned about something in Crescendo Town and have left with James

why Rhett paid so much attention to Kristin.

out Rhett’s orders all the same.

York found out after calling the club that Harriet was in an accident and pushed down a flight of stairs, causing massive bleeding. She lost the

baby’s gone, and she can’t

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

trusted him, so she

Crescendo Town,” Rhett declared and rose to grab

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

to Crescendo Town, just over an hour’s drive, it was late. Why was Rhett making this trip

he

York spoke anxiously.

wife in the eyes of the law. Do you think I should let her owe favors to another man?”

stomping his foot in frustration. When Rhett made up his mind, no one could change it.

Central

told

smoking area

reached out for James‘ phone.

to contact

boss…” Kristin

a hint of jealousy. He wasn’t worried about any other man

the hell should you tell me what to do?” Kristin’s eyes were blazing, her voice tinged with

warned. His voice was such

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

she walked into the hospital room, her mind racing with how to explain everything to Rhett.

lay on the bed, her face ghostly pale, her eyes

eyes tinged with palpable worry. It was clear that Yara was a good soul the

Harriet’s side in her time of need.

back to reality, turning to look at Kristin, unable to hold back her emotions any longer.

approached the bedside and reached

clung to

each other’s pain that words could never convey. It was a silent scream, a raw and helpless outcry, shattering the soul

Harriet asked in a

Kristin just nodded.