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

Chapter 139

Outside the hotel, Randall pulled up in his sleek black sedan.

Hertha stood beside the car, her eyes wide with nervous anticipation as she watched Rhett. “Rhett,” she murmured.

Rhett didn’t even spare Hertha a glance, taking the laptop from Kristin’s hands and opening the car door for her. “Get in.”

Kristin was both flattered and aware that Rhett was using her as a shield, deliberately placing her in the line of fire.

But that was where her value lay.

“Rhett, Can we talk, please?” Hertha trembled with a sob. “You drank too much last night. I was only looking out for you. Can’t you trust me, please?”

Rhett signaled for York to close the car door.

“Ms. Haywood, maybe we should talk after the Harborside Haven project wraps up?” York coaxed in a hushed tone.

Hertha, tears welling in her eyes, stood rooted to the spot as Rhett closed the car door.

“Ms. Haywood, this way” The secretary opened the passenger door, beckoning her to get in.

With a sense of defeat, Hertha climbed into the passenger seat.

“Thirsty? You should drink more water if you’ve got a cold,” Rhett said to Kristin with a tenderness that was almost palpable.

York sat shivering, his legs trembling.

Mr. Fitzgerald was making it painfully obvious, which was all a performance for Hertha.

Hertha had crossed a line with Rhett once again last night.

But there was nothing York could do about it. He hadn’t dared tell Rhett that the video of him and Hertha leaving the same hotel suite had gone viral, now topping the trending searches.

The marriage alliance between the Haywood family and the Fitzgerald family was an unstoppable force.

Even if Rhett was unhappy, there was no way out. For the sake of both families‘ honor, an engagement was inevitable.

Sighing, York gazed out the window, fearing Hertha’s cunning might backfire.

Rhett despised being manipulated or used, and Hertha was being far too transparent.

How could the paparazzi have been so fortunate to capture that moment if not for some premeditated setup?

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hungry? You skipped lunch, and the banquet might not be to your taste,” Rhett said

in surprise. “Where did you get

seen Mr. Fitzgerald

quipped with a raised eyebrow.

averted her gaze, staring

face was devilishly charming. Even a casual joke from him was disconcertingly alluring.

calm her nerves, her back turned to

passenger seat, felt her anger

was doing this on purpose, infuriating Hertha with his calculated

what did

marry

was at a loss

clenched her teeth, wishing Kristin would just

come up with a plan to erase Kristin completely, not just from sight, but to tarnish

to feel repulsed at the mere mention of Kristin.

look at the project proposal?” York suggested cautiously, passing

it with one hand, while secretly holding Kristin’s hand with the other, prying her clenched fingers apart.

clenched her fists when nervous, her nails digging into her

as if Rhett could see through these self–destructive habits. In a place hidden from prying eyes, Rhett held Kristin’s hand

tried to steady her breathing as she gazed out the window, her

was he always so attentive and caring with

clear–headed. He was Rhett, after

the venue says Nicola and Vincent arrived early, looking confident and ready

York’s comment.

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Vincent’s capabilities? What

in

and opened the door for

out, waiting patiently for Kristin to follow. He even took care to shield her head, concerned

and the secretary

lightly before speaking up softly, noticing Hertha’s teary eyes a standing

a withering look. What concern

and media watching, you’re putting Kristin in a tough spot. She’s already under enough scrutiny,” York added, worried for

had a point, and

Fitzgerald’s actions are all for show to Ms. Haywood. Don’t read too much into it. Sure, Mr. Fitzgerald is handsome, but don’t let your heart wander. Getting emotionally involved is messy,

was reminding Kristin of her place. Theirs was strictly a business relationship, and she shouldn’t get confused and

nose tingling as she nodded. “I understand. I’ll remember my

for you, and Mr. Fitzgerald appreciates your work. Even if the contract ends early, he’ll likely keep you on at Fitzgerald Group. Your best days are ahead. Work hard. Let’s collaborate well. As