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

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At the FitzGerald Group.

Kristin sat at the table, listlessly picking at her fruit salad seemingly without an appetite.

“Eat up, you’re too skinny. If you’re gonna survive as Mr. FitzGerald’s assistant, you better be ready for a whirlwind,” York muttered under his breath, ribbing his boss.

Kristin just nodded and forced a few more bites of her cherries and strawberries.

It seemed she was only interested in the sweetest parts of her plate.

James, across the table, was eyeballing a plain grilled chicken breast, utterly devoid of any dressing.

He couldn’t be bothered to pick up his knife, instead reaching over with his fork to snag some fruit from Kristin’s plate. It was a move that was borderline flirtatious.

In truth, James was purposely goading Rhett.

Everyone knew Rhett had a thing about cleanliness, and James was just throwing down the gauntlet, which was a challenge Rhett would never take up.

“Mr. FitzGerald, I heard you’re a bit of a germophobe. In all these years, aside from Hertha, you haven’t touched a woman, have you?” James prodded as Rhett darkened his face.

“Focus on your food, okay? Carter’s upbringing seems a tad lax,” Rhett frowned.

Kristin tightened her grip on her fork. Rhett hadn’t denied his involvement with Hertha. It appeared to be true.

“Hertha is quite the catch, compliant and low–key,” James said coolly, his words still laced with provocation.

“What a pity then! You’re set to marry her sister. If you’re regretful, you could always bring it up with the Haywood family,” Rhett said, setting down his glass and wiping his hands. “Enjoy your meal.”

With that, he stood and left.

“I… I’m done too. I should get back to work,” Kristin said, dropping her fork and standing abruptly.

James frowned. “It’s not even time to clock in yet, is it?”

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“I need to work overtime.” Kristin was eager to leave.

“Kristin, how long are you going to keep this up with me?” James grabbed her wrist.

“It’s not like that.” Kristin stammered, trying to pull away.

on his food and quickly

sooner or later. If you stay with the FitzGerald Corp, the Haywood family won’t let you off easy.” James said, genuinely worried

do with you.” Kristin snapped, shaking off James‘ hand. She was irritable, though she thought she had long since lost her temper. But it was more about not daring to show it without any support behind

too indulgent with Kristin lately, which made her lose touch with

just how Kristin was and he had

she wouldn’t

back.

in frustration, James

way she was. Even if

in a hurry. He had time to wait for her to

would be safe for her

a lot lately.” Vincent remarked as he walked into the

leaned back, his voice deep. Even if Vincent had objections, he would have to swallow them.

of you and Kristin together. Adrienne will be out soon, and do you think the Haywood family would accept your relationship with Kristin?” Vincent clenched his fists, but he needed

to object,” James said, rising and approaching Vincent. “That is the difference between you and Rhett. You’ve never reached

game, fueling the rivalry between Vincent

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he was right. In the face of absolute interests, the Haywood family had

family didn’t approve of James and Kristin, it would mean breaking

the Haywood family wouldn’t call off a business marriage just because James had

of arrangements were understood

Turner

of game is Kristin playing to hook Rhett and have him so protective over

stood at the doorway, her voice breaking. “Clarence, I did faint that day, which wasn’t Kristin’s fault.

Clarence was silent.

knew too well that Kristin was out for revenge against the

Vincent.

would she stay by Rhett’s side

so fallen now that she had to

think Rhett would actually marry her?” Mamie scoffed. “Forget about the FitzGerald family, who in Silvergrove City would even

into the room, her laughter sweet as apple

glanced at

been cozying up to Holcomb, aiming to tie the knot between their

Holcomb had Rhett pegged for Ms. Haywood.

was crystal clear. Married off the older mistress to Rhett and the younger one to James. They

Haywood here today.?” Ruby inquired with a

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Phett, but bumped into Vincent instead. He seemed to have just jetted back into town. Since we’ll be family soon, rd drop by to see you,” Hertha was all pleasantries in her tone with

Ruby were like oil and water,

the Haywood family scoffed at the Turner family for rescuing a sickly and