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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You skipped lunch, and the banquet might not be to your taste,” Rhett said to Kristin, unfazed by the others,

Rhett in surprise. “Where did you get this?”

seen Mr. Fitzgerald carrying chocolate.

with a raised eyebrow.

averted her gaze, staring out the window

was devilishly charming. Even a casual joke from

a deep breath, Kristin tried to calm her

in the passenger seat, felt

this on purpose, infuriating Hertha with his calculated

what did it matter?

would still have to marry Hertha willingly or not.

at a loss

her teeth, wishing Kristin

a plan to erase Kristin completely, not just from sight, but to tarnish her reputation so thoroughly that she’d be forced to leave Silvergrove

to feel repulsed at

at the project

secretly holding Kristin’s hand with the other, prying

always clenched her fists when nervous, her nails digging

place hidden from

steady her breathing as she gazed out the window,

hope. Or was he always so attentive

needed to stay clear–headed. He was

Fitzgerald, the team at the venue says Nicola and Vincent arrived

York’s

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Vincent’s capabilities?

stopped in the parking lot.

and opened the door for Rhett.

Kristin to follow. He even took care to shield her head, concerned she

and the secretary

up softly, noticing Hertha’s teary eyes a standing together. “Mr. Fitzgerald, that’s enough. Ms.

look. What concern was it of

all these reporters and media watching, you’re putting Kristin in a tough spot. She’s already under enough scrutiny,”

a point, and headed straight for the

much into it. Sure, Mr. Fitzgerald is handsome, but don’t let your heart wander. Getting emotionally involved is messy, and you’d be

her place. Theirs was strictly a business relationship, and she

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

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 long as Mr. Fitzgerald