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?

with Vincent, right? Doesn’t that sound a bit. messy? And Tam, he’s your cousin, huh? Word’s

in short gasps, looked at Rhett with eyes brimming with tears, desperate

the first time in her life, she was

the slander and the contempt. But now, in front of him, she was panicked and didn’t want him to see

expression as

to the FitzGerald Group out of concern for her. Clearly, she and Rhett

this supposedly happen? It seems Ruby is an eyewitness,” Rhett stated calmly, glancing at York. “Call the police. Let them know that Ruby is a key witness to Kristin’s ordeal

Clarence took a deep breath, attempting to whisk her

was clearly out of

their side, were no match for Rhett’s

presence.

late for that now.” Rhett said, blocking their path. “Everyone here is a witness to Ruby’s claim. Did you all

unison. “Mr. FitzGerald,

his watch. “I have just enough

pulled out his phone to call the

as she

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Collins?” York took a step back. “Didn’t you see it with your

her lip with venom in her eyes as

numbly behind Rhett, her head bowed, tears silently falling

and Kristin didn’t care if it got worse, but Rhett

no reason to get involved in such sordid affairs, yet he did.

owed him was becoming

Rhett turned, at the sight of Kristin’s tears, and felt an unexpected sting in his chest. His frown deepened, the veins

she endured all these years?

couldn’t speak and could only shake

wasn’t

choice, making Ms. Collins a key witness. 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

witnesses.”

Vincent pointed at him with a

shrugged. “Don’t anyone leave. It’s lunchtime anyway. Let’s all stay and bear

witness.”

escape, looked at Clarence with pleading

well…” Clarence tried to appeal to Rhett’s

voice. “Cooperating with an investigation is a duty of a law–abiding citizen and spreading rumors is a crime. If Ruby is lying,

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