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 excused himself, sensing the tension.

or later. If you stay with the

hand. She was irritable, though she thought she had long since lost her temper. But it was more about not

indulgent with Kristin lately, which made her lose

Kristin was and he had

pragmatic, she wouldn’t have chosen prison over him five

back.

in

liked Kristin the way she was. Even if she had lost all her edges, she

a hurry. He had time to wait for

for her but by his side.

been frequenting the FitzGerald Corp quite a lot lately.” Vincent remarked as he walked into

James leaned back, his voice deep. Even if Vincent had objections, he would have

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 said, rising and approaching Vincent. “That is the difference between you and

was playing a double game, fueling the rivalry between Vincent and

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absolute interests, the Haywood

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

a business marriage just because

arrangements were understood by all involved.

the Turner family.

“What kind of game is Kristin playing to hook Rhett and have

her job through despicable means. How long can he keep her?” Ruby stood at the doorway, her voice breaking. “Clarence, I did

Clarence was silent.

was out for revenge against

Vincent.

why would she stay by Rhett’s side and keep James on a

that she had to sell

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

marry her,” Hertha breezed into the room, her laughter sweet as apple pie. “I’m the one he’s got his

glanced at Hertha.

Haywood family had been cozying up to Holcomb, aiming to tie the knot between

Rhett pegged

the younger one to James. They

Haywood here today.?” Ruby inquired with a hint

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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 the undercurrent

Ruby were like oil and

their noses up at the Haywood family’s hungry look while the Haywood family scoffed at the Turner family for rescuing a sickly and ignorant girl, making them the laughing stock of Silvergrove City.