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

Chapter 149

James had been feeling the pressure ever since the new project landed on his desk. If he couldn’t squeeze Rhett for results, he would have to push Holcomb.

“James, our families go way back,” Holcomb chuckled, his interest in the mining project of Crescendo Town apparent. “Carter and Lucius were comrades–in–arms. It’s only natural we work together. Rhett, James is Summer’s biological father. Summer should be with him.”

The words sent a chill down the spines of the Haywood family, their faces darkening, especially Adrienne’s.

She wasn’t even married into the family yet, just engaged.

And Kristin had already given birth to James‘ child.

The Haywood family held their tongues, fearing the escalation of tension.

Carter wanted to protect his bloodline. Despite the Haywood family’s dissatisfaction, they swallowed their pride.

Adrienne had inadvertently hurt Summer earlier, and now Carter had to find a way to smooth things over. For now, they had to stomach the bitter taste of the situation.

Once Adrienne was part of the Bryce family and had given James a son, dealing with Summer could wait.

“Mr. FitzGerald…” Kristin clutched the back of Rhett’s shirt, her voice trembling.

She didn’t want Rhett to lose out on business deals because of her.

The board would have opinions about that.

Nicola and Vincent were already eyeing the throne. Rhett couldn’t afford to antagonize James

now.

James did have significant sway over Rhett’s position within the FitzGerald Group.

“He won’t harm Summer. Please, let me take him… I’m sorry for the trouble,” Kristin whispered, her grasp on Rhett’s shirt tightening.

She was clearly reluctant.

Rhett frowned, holding Summer with one arm and soothing her head with his other hand. “Don’t worry, I’m here, okay?”

Kristin shook her head, her eyes brimming with tears. “Don’t confront James head–on. It’s not

worth it.”

decide what’s worth it.”

soft, yet filled with indulgence

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watched with eyes filled with envy.

gentle

going anywhere with you,” Rhett turned to James, his voice firm. And Adrienne must publicly apologize and leave Silvergrove

their eyes locked in a

you’re determined to give up on Auroral Tech as a partner.

other plans, there’s no point in continuing our partnership. The loss is mutual, not just on the FitzGerald Group,” Rhett retorted with a cold laugh.

Bryce family wouldn’t profit from

further.

to James! A father’s love for his son is undeniable.

child’s

had gone mad today.

and Rhett shot Holcomb a dark and oppressive glare.

he was frightened by

family. I won’t allow you to see Summer. Adrienne dares to harm Summer before even marrying into the Bryce family. Imagine what she might do as Summer’s stepmother,” Rhett was

confronted Holcomb

wasn’t fit to be a father.

blind to the times Nicola had wronged Rhett

soothed Summer, his warning clear

Rhett’s neck and whispered, “Daddy, I’m

murmured tenderly,

James reached

back, his gaze lingering on

I will protect you from now on, okay?” James coaxed. “I’m sorry I didn’t take better care of you. I’ll make it right, okay?”

glanced cautiously between Rhett and Kristin, unsure whom to trust.

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had said James was his father, but Summer preferred Rhett.

mean lady bullied and hurt Mommy. You’re my daddy. Will you protect Mommy and punish the

James

the Haywood family was seething, particularly Adrienne.

certain if the child is James‘. Let’s have another paternity test!” Adrienne refused to acknowledge the child as James‘. She didn’t believe it.

boiling over

“James, I’m your fiancée.