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.

food and quickly excused himself, sensing the tension.

the FitzGerald family today to see Holcomb. Rhett is bound to marry Hertha sooner or later. If you

nothing to 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

with Kristin

he had known it six years ago.

she wouldn’t have chosen prison over him

back.

in frustration,

was. Even if she

in a hurry. He had time to

for her but by his side.

FitzGerald Corp quite a lot lately.” Vincent remarked as he walked into the dining room, clearly looking for Kristin,

a problem with that?” James leaned back, his voice deep. Even if Vincent had objections, he would have to

won’t approve 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 James‘ cooperation right now.

right to object,” James said, rising and approaching

double game, fueling

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

James and Kristin, it would mean breaking off the engagement. A move

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

sorts of arrangements were understood

the Turner family.

was seething. “What kind of game is Kristin playing to hook Rhett

he keep her?” Ruby stood at the doorway, her voice breaking. “Clarence, I did faint that day, which wasn’t Kristin’s

Clarence was silent.

knew too well that Kristin was out for

Vincent.

Rhett’s side

fallen now that she had to sell herself for

scoffed. “Forget about the FitzGerald family, who in Silvergrove City would

her laughter sweet as apple pie. “I’m the one he’s got his eye on

at

alright that the Haywood family had been cozying up to Holcomb, aiming to

Holcomb had Rhett pegged

clear. Married off the older mistress to Rhett and the younger one to James. They planned to get their hooks into two

Haywood here today.?” Ruby inquired

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to have just jetted back into town. Since we’ll be family

like oil and water, really.

hungry look while the Haywood family scoffed at the Turner family for rescuing a sickly and ignorant girl, making them the laughing stock