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

Chapter 114

James furrowed his brow, reluctant to leave the room. He feared what Carter might say could upset Kristin.

“Is this woman more important to you than me?” Carter asked angrily.

James remained silent and bowed his head for a long time before saying, “Summer, go out with Daddy,” he finally said.

Summer looked back at her mom, unwilling to leave.

Kristin cupped Summer’s cheeks. “Go wait for Mommy, sweetie. It’s okay. Great–grandpa needs. to talk to Mommy for a bit.”

With a nod, Summer left the room warily.

Then, only Kristin, Carter, and an assistant were left there. The assistant broke the silence. “Ms. Turner, name your price. What will it take for you to give up custody of the child?”

“Summer is mine.” Kristin said, her fingers tightening into fists. “James and I have an agreement. The child is mine. He won’t contest it, and I won’t accuse him of rape.”

Taking a deep breath, Kristin looked straight at Carter. It wasn’t her fault, and she had nothing. to be ashamed of. Summer’s existence was unexpected but not of her choosing.

Carter’s face darkened immediately. “Ah, quite the tactic, Ms. Turner,” he said.

Kristin bit her lip, her voice hoarse. “I have nothing left to lose, and I don’t want anything from the Bryce family. If it makes you feel better, I can sign an agreement clarifying that Summer has nothing to do with the Bryce family.”

Carter squinted his eyes. “You must realize that your chances are slim if I take this to court to fight for custody.”

“Sir, James will merge with the Haywood family through marriage. He’ll have his children, and Summer’s existence could complicate the alliance between the Haywood and Bryce families. Instead of jeopardizing your deal, it might be better to keep Summer’s identity à secret. He is my son, not a Bryce,” Kristin negotiated. “Besides, I have a stable job and an income now. As his mother, I don’t think you’re guaranteed to win.”

“Unfortunately for you, you’ve done time,” Carter said, and his words pushed Kristin to the edge. Her incarceration was a stain she could never erase. For her whole life, she would be a burden. to Summer.

What kind of child could come from a mother who had been in prison?

“Summer is under my brother’s name,” Kristin said, looking up at Carter. “I don’t think you’d want to make a spectacle by suing me. It wouldn’t reflect well on James or Aurora Tech.”

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Carter regarded Kristin thoughtfully. He had expected her to seize this opportunity to make outrageous demands, to show a greedy face that would disgust anyone.

was proving to be a clever woman, negotiating

had no desire for a court

would go public, which would be detrimental to James and Aurora Tech.

a Bryce, we won’t neglect our duties. He needs a proper educational environment. I will allot you a monthly educational fund of thirty thousand dollars. You will take good care of Summer and bring him to visit me in Crescendo Town once a month. If he fails to receive a proper education with you, I will take measures to remove

They were merely for

fund,” Kristin said, standing up and bowing to Carter. “I understand your reason for

Kristin might seem timid,

together, so you don’t have to worry, sir, and you should trust your grandson. He’s more rational than anyone and won’t give up his alliance with the Haywood family for

tad worried about this Kristin gal. Seems all sweet and light, but could be just mouthing

in Silvergrove, not a lot she can stir up. Keep tabs on her; if she drops the ball while caring for Summer, bring the kid back to me,” Carter replied calmly, throwing a glance at his assistant. “What’s

is on a leash for now. No one’s got wind of Miss Haywood being hauled off by the cops. The Haywoods‘ plan is to announce the union of our families as soon as she’s

pensively stroked his chin. His grandson James usually played by the book.

here could be Kristin.”

James held Summer were waiting for Kristin’s

you a hard time?” he asked as she emerged.

Summer into her arms. “Mr. Bryce,

perhaps he had indulged her too much,

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life to lead. Please stay away from me if you can’t give me what I want.”

you’re too greedy.”

as she stepped into

it was just an excuse to keep James out

away?” Summer clung to Kristin’s neck, his voice a whisper

her head, trying to reassure

nuzzled closer. “Mom, did

go with Mr.

take me away. He said he would snatch me away from you if I didn’t go with him nicely.” Fear was evident in

let anyone take

Rhett, waiting by the

lighting up, but then his expression fell.

That wasn’t Daddy.