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

Chapter 124

“Kristin, get out here now! Are you for real, Kristin? How can you even show your face at FitzGerald Group? What right do you have to be here? Get out!”

Ruby’s voice echoed through the corridors, loud and abrasive, her privilege as Vincent’s fiancée acting like a shield against any attempt to silence her. The executives and security staff, knowing well enough not to cross her, kept their distance.

Everyone at FitzGerald Group was well aware of Ruby’s frail health, a ticking time. bomb no one dared to provoke. If she were to faint from a confrontation, nobody wanted to be held accountable for that kind of drama.

Inside her office, Kristin sat on the edge of her seat, her fingers interlocked tightly, betraying her anxiety.

She glanced up at Rhett several times, but he seemed completely oblivious to the commotion, engrossed in his work.

Yet it was clear Ruby wouldn’t stop until she saw Kristin.

“Mr. FitzGerald… Ruby is disrupting your work. I should go…” Kristin began, her voice tinged with fear. She was worried Rhett might see her as a constant source of trouble.

“York can handle it,” Rhett said without looking up, gesturing for Kristin to come over. “Come here.”

“Oh.” Kristin quickly rose and moved to Rhett’s side.

“Here’s a list from Lisa. Deal with this person, Neal.” Rhett circled a name on a paper. He was the director of the Investment Division at FitzGerald Group.

Neal, a 48–year–old, was one of Holcomb’s most trusted men. Despite Holcomb no longer being involved in the day–to–day, his influence still loomed large over the

company.

If Rhett wanted to sideline Holcomb, he needed to replace his loyalists. With Neal being under his direct jurisdiction in the Investment Division, he was a significant obstacle.

“Lisa’s list? That means Neal is one of Nicola’s, which complicates things.” Kristin pondered, holding the list. “He’s been with the company for ages. I’ve looked into the heads of departments. Neal’s a charmer, well–liked around here. It’s not easy to find

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any dirt on him.”

chair, wondering if he’d given Kristin too

major player right off the bat, which meant he had faith in her abilities. “Not at

observed her for a moment, then smiled. “You stutter less when you’re focused,

at his teasing.

with anything?” Rhett was curious to hear her plan.

need to dig into his personal life first and do some investigating.” Kristin admitted, hoping Rhett could

on him.” Rhett handed

planning to move against Neal for

said, not to belittle York, but acknowledging his limitations to merely uncovering Neal’s personal

his talents. We need to work together to finish the job,” Kristin said nervously, taking the

her, pensively twirling a pen in his hand. He had indeed found a gem.

Got everything you need for the trip?” Rhett asked, concerned Kristin might not be ready for her first business trip.

the hotel. They’ll press it there. The ties and watches I picked out have options, in case you want to switch,” Kristin reported, standing up with the eagerness of a student presenting

time, she continued, “The gift for Eddie has also been shipped. You can head straight to the meeting

FitzGerald…” York interrupted, stepping inside after taking a deep breath. “Ms. Vincent’s fiancée

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York, more interested in whether Kristin had prepared her essentials. “What gift did you

had researched Eddie’s preferences thoroughly.

pen onto the desk with a

he was short on

got Eddie king crab?” York was astonished. “Look, you might think it’s a delicacy, but let

expected something impressive from Kristin.

just smiled, saying

explain, but she couldn’t find the words.

FitzGerald, Ruby is having a meltdown and no one dares approach her.”

her way outside. She couldn’t

company.

look and followed

you never let me be? What will it take for you to leave