Chapter 110

In the executive office, Kristin’s phone was buzzing incessantly.

Rhett’s displeasure was evident as Kristin fumbled to silence her phone.

He didn’t force Kristin to turn off her phone, knowing James would be left hanging if she didn’t

answer.

York had texted earlier, saying that James‘ car was parked downstairs, clearly there to pick up

Kristin.

“Copy this document a hundred times,” Rhett said, giving Kristin a task.

Kristin glanced at the document, which was a set of employee guidelines. A hundred copies? “Mr. FitzGerald, are these for distribution to the entire staff?” she asked.

“Yep,” Rhett replied indifferently.

“But wouldn’t it be more efficient to send a group text to the department heads and have them pass it down?” Kristin questioned the need for such an arduous task.

Rhett looked up from his papers and fixed her with a gaze.

He said nothing, but Kristin caved.

“Right away, boss,” she said, heading to the copy area with the document in hand, making copies with diligence.

Back in the office, Kristin’s phone continued to vibrate. James‘ call was still unanswered. Rhett stood up, glanced at the phone, smirked, and walked over to the window.

He wouldn’t touch Kristin’s phone, but the thought of James growing increasingly irate downstairs brought him a twisted sense of satisfaction.

He remembered he called Kristin that day in Crescendo Town, and James had audaciously hung up on him. Rhett always appreciated a bit of tit–for–tat

Downstairs, James was fuming with impatience.

After several unanswered calls, he knew Rhett was to blame.

When he tried calling Rhett directly, there was no answer.

Furrowing his brow, James massaged his temples.

Knowing Rhett as he did, there must be a reason he was engaging in such pettiness over a

woman.

way, he was trying to warn James that Kristin

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knew about his secret dealings with Vincent and that the Bryce family had even hosted Nicola at the Harborside Haven

scandal, Vincent’s reputation within the FitzGerald Group was hit, leaving him vulnerable to Rhett’s maneuverings. He had to secure this project to

Bryce family was backing Vincent? Was he using Kristin to send a warning? Stepping out of his car, James headed straight for the

using Kristin as a

see you. Are you here to meet Mr. FitzGerald?” the receptionist stammered. “Right this way, please.”

the FitzGerald Group, Aurora Tech couldn’t turn James away. They had to escort him to the elevator instead.

Kristin at

many have you

thirty so far,” Kristin replied

it. York will be back soon. Come with me.” Rhett

do we have an engagement?” Kristin asked, checking her notes. There was no dinner or event scheduled for that evening.

led Kristin down to the

doors closed, James emerged from

Mr. Bryce, Mr. FitzGerald has left the building,” the flustered manager informed him. Growing impatient, James spun around and began furiously pressing

Rhett playing games with him? Perhaps he had been

parking

you driving yourself?” Kristin looked around, noticing the absence of

you drive?” Rhett

nervously. “No,

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to the backseat, Rhell’s

and

she asked, wanting to prepare

client.

as he floored

exit, the manager called out to James in a panic, but it was too

late.

moves precisely, ensuring James stepped on every landmine laid

heavy air. James‘ expression soured.

more than you should.” he

particularly busy lately?” James asked coldly, his mood

I apologize. Mr. FitzGerald has

glanced at the clock on the wall. “If he’s that busy, ring up Vincent for me, will you? Tell him I’m interested in discussing the Harborside Haven project.”

hesitated, stuttering as he started to speak, then

clear as day that James

the FitzGerald family, were

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