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

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Lisa was the kind of veteran employee who wore her tenure like a badge of honor. She strutted. through the halls with arrogance, born from years of service, as if she owned the place..

A minor hiccup here or there wouldn’t ruffle her feathers.

Kristin knew she’d have to knock Lisa down a peg or two to win Lisa over to Rhett’s side.

She would have to shave off that layer of ego, at least.

“When do you plan to use me?” Rhett remembered Kristin asking him about his peanut allergy.

“Strike while the iron’s hot. Tomorrow, um, tomorrow…” Kristin stammered, still a bit apprehensive. “Don’t fret, Mr. FitzGerald. I’ll have the antihistamines ready. There won’t be any danger.”

Offering a smile, Rhett said, “Well, I look forward to your pledge of loyalty.”

Kristin nodded vigorously with her head bowed.

“Come on. Let me show you around the company.”

Rhett’s offer to personally acquaint her with the company left Kristin stunned.

That wasn’t just a tour. It was Rhett lending her his clout.

As Rhett’s assistant, Kristin would have to interact with all departments. He knew they wouldn’t roll out the red carpet for her, so to get ahead of the curve and streamline efficiency, he needed to establish her authority early on.

Kristin’s palms were warm. Her usually clenched fingers slowly relaxed as she followed Rhett, glancing at him secretly from behind.

Rhett was a man of innate aloofness and detachment, seemingly indifferent to everything around him.

Kristin had once thought Rhett was unfeeling, recalling her teenage years spent avoiding him during visits to the FitzGerald Mansion.

She was fearful of him primarily because Vincent was. Yet, she perceived a different facet of his character. He was cold, undoubtedly, but not devoid of principles.

She needed to work harder to prove her worth to Rhett.

That way, even if their ‘marriage of convenience‘ ended, she could remain his most trusted aide.

“Mr. FitzGerald, your schedule is packed. Even your usual Saturday off might be taken up this week due to the Coastal International partnership at Harborside Haven,” she reported when there was a moment to speak.

“Didn’t York mention that an early Sunday departure would suffice?” Rhett inquired coolly.

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first collaboration between the FitzGerald Group and Coastal International. The project at Harborside Haven is crucial for our

vanished when discussing work.

man who values his pride and prefers a bit of flattery. Arriving early and visiting him the same night is strategic for success rates and leaves

some still found his youth and pride irritating. Some resented his perceived arrogance, preferring Vincent’s feigned humility and

anticipate Rhett’s needs in

to face her. “Day one on the job,

for an excuse. “Harborside Haven… it’s a

more,

as his assistant seemed like a stroke of

York was a man, and there were some things he didn’t

did.

bound for promotion. He couldn’t keep York as an aide

catching himself off guard.

unawares, Kristin bumped into Rhett. “Mr. FitzGerald,

pondered for a moment. “What do you feel like for

before whispering, “Mr. FitzGerald, we’re

“After

Kristin was honest. “James reached out

words, Rhett’s

had fallen silent, Kristin followed suit, her presence muted.

explain, then closed it again. Was it necessary to say Summer’s

it weren’t for Summer, Kristin would never

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knew there would always be a connection between them

existed.

day, Mr. FitzGerald.”

what brings you to our department?” A

replied tersely, “Don’t you have work to do?”

silently retorted, ‘I’m working here. Aren’t you

there something you need, Mr. FitzGerald?” Another brave

the workflow for later. Rhett introduced Kristin, setting the stage for her new role.

that hard these days? Did the CEO need

eager to

the manager smiled politely, extending his hand for a shake.

gave the manager a sidelong glance. “Did you wash your hands?”