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

Chapter 125

Kristin turned to look at Rhett, her heart pounding with an unusual combination of

nerves,

Hearing such a scathing rebuke from Rhett without a hint of profanity was indeed a shock to the system.

For the first time, Kristin was seeing a side of Rhett that was brazenly defiant, which was undeniably magnetic..

Rhett had always been the epitome of a corporate titan, aloof, mature, commanding. respect without trying, seemingly untouchable. But now, standing there with that. unexpected fierceness, he seemed more like a guardian deity than a distant. overlord.

And for the first time, Kristin felt that exhilarating sense of having someone in her

corner.

Vincent tightened his grip, his voice low with barely contained fury. “Rhett, this is a family matter.”

“Coincidentally, it’s mine as well,” Rhett replied, straightening up and giving Ruby a dismissive glance. “Basic human decency runs deeper than external education. Any reasonable person would know that this is a place of business, not your personal. playground.”

The imposing aura Rhett exuded was intense enough to silence Ruby, leaving her standing in frozen panic.

Vincent stepped forward, protectively wrapping an arm around Ruby. “She’s my fiancée, and you have no idea what she’s been through. You have no right to judge her.”

“The people I care about are off–limits to your criticism,” Rhett shot back, stepping up

“Control your woman. Missing a kidney isn’t fatal, but lacking a brain and

to t

being manipulated is a tragedy waiting to happen.”

It was obvious to Rhett that someone had deliberately provoked Ruby.

Without a shred of common sense. Ruby was an easy pawn in others‘ games.

“This is highly inappropriate even if word got back to Mr. FitzGerald himself,” York interjected, gesturing for Ruby and Vincent to leave.

Ruby, hiding behind Vincent, glared at Kristin with envy and resentment. Why was

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Rhett defending her?

Tam, he’s your cousin, huh? Word’s out that he and his buddies had a wild time with Kristin. Doesn’t that rub you the wrong way?” Ruby’s words dripped with sarcasm, intentionally loud enough for the office

breath coming in short gasps, looked at Rhett

time in her life, she was frantic to clear her

the contempt. But now, in front of him, she was panicked

soured his expression as he

Group out of concern for her. Clearly, she and Rhett had a connection that

calmly, glancing at York. “Call the police. Let

breath, attempting to whisk her

clearly out of her

their side, were no

presence.

path. “Everyone here is a witness to Ruby’s claim. Did

“Mr. FitzGerald, we heard everything. Tam and

“I have just enough time to seek justice for my assistant.”

pulled out his phone to call the

shattered as she tried to stop

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Ms. Collins?” York took a step back. “Didn’t you see

heard it was consensual!” Ruby bit her lip with venom in her eyes as she looked

head bowed, tears silently falling to the floor.

Kristin didn’t care if it got

to get involved in such sordid affairs,

owed him was

tears, and felt an unexpected sting in

had she endured all these years?

could

it wasn’t true.

Your statement is crucial for the police. I’ve already contacted Tam and the others you mentioned, advising them to turn themselves in and await the authorities,” York said as he finished his call and looked at Ruby. “Ms. Collins, your courage is commendable. It’s brave to expose those scoundrels, especially with so

witnesses.”

him with a warning glare.

shrugged. “Don’t anyone leave. It’s lunchtime

witness.”

to escape, looked at Clarence with

Ruby is not well…” Clarence tried to appeal to Rhett’s mercy

investigation is a duty of a law–abiding citizen and spreading rumors is a crime. If Ruby is lying, there’s audio on the surveillance. Tam and his

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