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

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These words were measured, just loud enough for those nearby to listen in.

“Whoa, look who it is! Kristin? Remember her from that high–profile heiress scam six years ago? The one who turned out to be a big fat fake.”

“Yeah, word on the street is she’s not decent with chaotic sexual relationships. I heard she’s been linked with quite a few guys.”

“Kristin, have you forgotten me?” The man teased with a sly glance her way. “Climbing up the social ladder to Mr. FitzGerald now, huh? How could you forget your old flame? I was your first lover, wasn’t I?” It was clear he was out to smear Kristin.

Before coming to the gala, Kristin had already anticipated the kind of tactics Nicola might employ.

Using her to sling mud at Rhett was all her tricks.

The crowd circled around, eager for the spectacle. Even President Scales, who was deep in conversation with Rhett, paused, taken aback.

“Rhett, what’s all this about?” An elder acquaintance of Rhett’s asked, clearly bewildered.

“Mr. FitzGerald, how can you keep someone like her on staff? Did she pull the wool over your eyes?”

“Rhett, you’ve really got to work on your judgment. At an event like this, bringing her along is just embarrassing.” From the crowd, Nicola emerged, her high heels clicking, clad in a designer dress that oozed elegance.

Accompanying her was Eddie’s mother, a prominent businesswoman from the previous generation in Harborside Haven. Eddie owed everything to his mother, who had passed on the family business to him.

“The FitzGerald Group is this careless with their choice of assistant?” Anita, Eddie’s mother, clearly displeased, questioned how such a controversial figure could be invited to a bidding

event.

“Mom, there must be some misunderstanding. This is Kristin, the one I mentioned to you years ago. She even picked out the crabs we all enjoyed tonight.” Eddie quickly interjected, attempting to clear the air for Kristin.

Eddie’s mother, Anita, paused for a moment, giving Kristin a once–over.

“Good evening, Mrs. FitzGerald,” Kristin said to contain her anxiety and stiffness as she greeted her. “I apologize if I’ve given you a poor impression.”

“Mr. FitzGerald, is there a certain flair you require in your assistants?” The man’s intention to embarrass Rhett was obvious.

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for a bidding event fallen this low?” Rhett’s voice was low and it was clear

sensed Rhett’s anger and quickly had someone check the identity of the man who had

with a questionable history, and even a stint in jail. She’s not the kind of person you want to associate with at an event like this, Rhett. You’ve made a lapse in judgment this time,” Nicola added,

pot.

on Rhett, the contract would go

have you forgotten me with all the men you’ve been with?” the man mocked

me, sir,” Kristin said after a brief apology, her gaze fixed on the man. “I have a birthmark on

“How

to have been intimate with me, yet you denigrate and attempt to oppress me with these tactics, trying to negate my professional abilities and talent by slandering my private life. My efforts at work should not be tarnished by

a businesswoman of her generation, had faced pressures and disparagement that

women who envied her success

to thank Nicola for presenting her with an opportunity to make a good impression

on my left arm, or on my right?” Kristin was firm. “If you can’t answer, I

man glanced at Nicola, unsure of what to do next.

saying she orchestrated this to undermine Mr. FitzGerald and sabotage this bidding partnership?” Kristin looked at Nicola, feigning shock. “Nicola, how could you do such a thing? I know Rhett is the child of Mr. Holcomb’s first wife. but this favoritism is too much.”

business and carried her family because Eddie’s father had

nonsense are you spouting?” Nicola was taken aback. Was this the Kristin she

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a sly fox! Do you think you can drive a wedge between

back at Rhett.

and he

wasn’t panicking anymore because she knew

for so long, how would I remember where your birthmark is? I just know you have one, but who can remember which side it’s on?” the man

her attention to the silent Vincent. “Vincent, do I

are you

glaring at Kristin with

would never lay a finger on

ashen, almost