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

Chapter 132

Standing anxiously in place, Kristin frantically dialed York’s number. “York, Mr. FitzGerald is plastered. Hertha and the secretary drove him back. I bought some hangover pills and am now hailing a cab back to the hotel. Can you meet me?”

“Kristin, I’m not at the hotel. Mr. FitzGerald had me run some errands out of town and I won’t be back until early tomorrow.” York sounded worried. “You better get back quickly.”

Kristin flagged down a taxi, but it was tough to catch one at the roadside. Restlessly, she started running towards the hotel.

After about five minutes, Kristin finally managed to hail a cab.

“To the Diamond Crest Hotel, please. Can you make it quick?”

The cab driver was on it, stepping on the gas as soon as she got in.

After paying the fare, Kristin sprinted into the hotel and headed for the elevator.

“Excuse me, madam, are you staying with us? We need to verify your identity. Could you please bring your ID to the front desk for a check?”

Kristin froze her stride. Although she hadn’t stayed in a hotel for six years, her time apart from society while in prison had taught her that hotels didn’t typically re–check a guest’s identity.

Clearly, this was a deliberate stall.

“I have my key card.” Kristin showed the card briefly.

“Sorry, we still need to verify your identity.”

“My ID is in my room,” Kristin said, trying to move past.

“Sorry, without proper identification, we can’t let you go. We’re currently cracking down on whores, and you don’t seem quite the part,” the front desk clerk said with a sneer.

Kristin was furious but had no time to argue. “Then call the police.” With that, she tried to enter the elevator.

The front desk clerk grabbed Kristin with an angry look. “Our manager said you’re not allowed in. Are you shameless? Everyone upstairs knows why you’re here. If you have any dignity,

leave now.”

“What am I here for?” Kristin demanded.

“Aren’t you a whore? Stop pretending,” the clerk rolled her eyes dismissively.

said that?” Kristin glanced at the time, her eyes welling up

ordered us to stop you. Whatever it is you’re up to, it’s no secret. Just leave,” the clerk

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how she

employee badge.” Remembering she

about Manager Donald’s instructions… could

could finish, Kristin dashed into the elevator and quickly swiped her key card for

Stop right there!”

sigh of relief. She knew this must be Hertha’s doing, making things difficult for her on purpose. But she was powerless to do

1. it.

back, even the cab driver knew about the Haywood family and the FitzGerald family’s impending union in Silvergrove City, a marriage of the century.

the FitzGerald Group was precarious. He needed this

the last people who wanted Rhett to tie the

doors opened, and Kristin hurried

no response from inside.

as she searched for

hotel York had given her both cards and the room number. But as she opened the door, the suite

called Rhett, but he

booked another

with Hertha. What do I do…” Kristin crouched

there quickly.” York urged from the other end,

her eyes if she could. If Kristin didn’t act fast,

got up and dashed

Kristin stood outside, desperate for an answer, but Hertha wouldn’t open the

now wasn’t the time for that.

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Chapter 132

the persistent knocking, Hertha cracked open the door. Wrapped in a towel, with

Mr. FitzGerald?” Kristin asked, breathless.

a smile. “Kris, you know the deal between Rhett and me. We’re bound to

“I need

assistant,” Hertha said with a laugh. “Meddling in the boss‘ personal life is not so cool, right? Now, you better get

two aren’t married yet. I need to see Mr. FitzGerald.” Kristin summoned courage

firm is far more precarious than you seem to understand. Marrying me is his best shot at securing his status. Do I need to spell it