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?”

darkened his face further at being

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 Vincent, I’m family, but now that Vincent is out, I’m an outsider?” Rhett reminded Holcomb

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knew very well.

to agree to marry Kristin to drop

has paid a price. Call our partners immediately and sort out the company affairs! For some illegitimate child, you’re trying to make me angry.”

Rhett. The stir he caused upon returning from Harborside Haven wasn’t

clear Rhett was opposing Holcomb over

could only seethe with barely suppressed rage.

Rhett stated firmly.

unreasonable. Are you trying to destroy our family?” Abigail looked at Rhett in shock. “Rhett, Richter and I have always had high hopes for you. You and Hertha are well–suited. We are

harm 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 said,

him, her eyes reddening. She turned

family disagreed, Rhett’s willingness was enough to make her grateful.

to acknowledge Adrienne’s misdeeds

was willing to force a public apology from the

a respected lineage in Silvergrove City. How can you expect them to show their faces?‘ Holcomb rubbed his

their circle valued their reputation, both the

publicly admit her wrongdoings was more insulting than a slap in the face. “You’re out of line…” Richter trembled with anger. “Our family isn’t just allied with the FitzGerald family. We’re also connected to the Bryce family of Crescendo Town. Adrienne’s issues are complicated. We’re at fault this time, and I’ll have her apologize. But Rhett, let’s not be too stubborn. Let’s both take a step

to Kristin, challenging her.

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Chapter 147

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

anger. Kristin was getting all bold now.

one can protect you forever,”

raspy as she spoke again. “This has nothing to do with anyone else. Even if you break my backbone, I will never forgive Adrienne in this lifetime. Your know best what she and

was Abigail who had Vincent take her to the outskirts warehouse. She had nearly lost her

isn’t much of your concern. Don’t make a spectacle of both our

is the best I can offer. If Adrienne won’t publicly apologize, admit her wrongdoings, and leave Silvergrove City, then I’ll expose all her misdeeds myself. I’ll call a press conference and express my dissatisfaction with the Haywood family’s upbringing because of Adrienne, which will also

as an excuse didn’t seem like

her eyes, her complexion