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

Chapter 147

“Jeez, the Haywood family’s daughters are Interesting. A hypocritical delicate beauty, huh?” Melissa sneered.

Garner took a deep breath and walked over, pressing a hand over Melissa’s mouth.

“Zip it. Let’s not stir the pot, okay?”

Melissa batted her eyelashes at Garner flirtatiously. “Darling, are you worried about me?”

“I…” Garner felt a tingling sensation in his palm. Melissa was clearly baiting him.

He jerked his hand away and stood behind Melissa with a stern expression. “Boss, keep it professional, will you?”

“Not a chance.” Melissa leaned back against Garner, letting her full weight rest on him.

At this point, if Garner stepped back, she would tumble to the ground.

But she dared to practically lie in his arms.

Garner, fighting the urge to react, stood straight and helpless.

Melissa tilted her head back and continued to tease Garner, acting as if she wasn’t the one who had caused a scene with Adrienne, just an innocent bystander watching a play.

“Rhett,” Richter scolded in a deep voice, taking the stance of an elder. “You know Hertha’s condition better than anyone. Whatever happened between you two, I need not remind you. Now that your father has agreed to the marriage between our families, you better weigh priorities.”

It was clear he was confident that Rhett would marry Hertha.

“Holcomb’s agreement has nothing to do with me,” Rhett murmured softly as he patted Summer’s back to comfort him. “He’s tired. As an elder, you should know to keep your voice down. It’s a matter of manners.”

“You!” Richter was visibly upset. “Holcomb, look at your son!”

Holcomb was ashen, but he was somewhat at fault due to the incident with Nicola at Harborside Haven and couldn’t be too assertive. “Rhett, step outside. Now.”

Rhett showed no intention of heeding Holcomb. “Do you think what Adrienne did was right?”

face further at

family? What do you mean? For an outsider…” Holcomb couldn’t keep up his facade as Rhett refused to leave. “Outsider? Who’s the outsider? Shouldn’t you be very clear on that? Or are you saying that when you need my help for

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knew very well.

him to agree to marry

“Both sides are at fault here, Adrienne has been hurt and has paid a price. Call our partners immediately and sort out the company affairs! For some illegitimate child, you’re

returning from Harborside Haven wasn’t for Kristin or the child.

clear Rhett was opposing Holcomb over Nicola to make Holcomb

his guilt, Holcomb could

Rhett stated firmly.

Rhett in shock. “Rhett, Richter and I have always had high hopes for you. You and Hertha are well–suited. We are family. What

she’s done to Kristin in front of the media. Whether it’s bullying, slander, or assault, she must come clean. apologize sincerely, and promise never to harm Kristin or her family again. Let Adrienne leave Silvergrove City and never appear before me again. I might consider letting this go,” Rhett

at him, her eyes

disagreed, Rhett’s willingness was enough

to acknowledge Adrienne’s misdeeds and call off their engagement, but he

to force a public apology from the

demands are too much. The Haywood family is a respected lineage in Silvergrove City. How can you expect them to show their faces?‘ Holcomb rubbed his temples. Rhett was being too hard on the Haywood

in their circle valued their reputation, both the FitzGerald family

isn’t just allied with the FitzGerald family. We’re also connected to the Bryce family of

turned the focus to

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Chapter 147

all…” Kristin fell silent for a long while, her voice hoarse as she began to speak. “Every vile thing Adrienne has done

face with anger. Kristin was getting

one can protect you forever,” Richter warned her, implying

her voice raspy as she spoke again. “This has nothing to do with anyone else. Even if you break my backbone, I will never

her to the outskirts warehouse. She had nearly lost

“Rhett, this isn’t much of your concern. Don’t make a spectacle of both our families.”

all her misdeeds myself. I’ll call a press conference and express my dissatisfaction with the Haywood family’s upbringing

excuse didn’t seem like a bad

reddened her eyes, her