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

Chapter 154

In the cozy confines of Rhett’s home.

Kristin sought refuge beneath the quilt, her heart pounding furiously as if it were trying to escape her chest.

The hushed darkness of the room seemed to amplify the sound of her racing pulse.

As Rhett drew nearer, her anxiety crescendoed, filling the space with a tangible tension.

The light from the bedside lamp dimmed, plunging Kristin into a cocoon of shadows. She clutched her hands tightly, bracing herself as the room slipped into darkness with Rhett’s touch.

“Do you always bury yourself under the covers like that?” Rhett’s voice was a velvety caress. sending Kristin into a fluttering frenzy.

Mustering all her courage, Kristin peeked out from her sanctuary, wrapping the blanket tightly around her as she cautiously observed Rhett.

He lay beside her, his deep voice breaking the silence. “Sleep now.”

The bed was vast. There was a chasm between them. Silence reigned, and no further words were exchanged.

True to his word, Rhett did not lay a finger on her, allowing her to drift into a peaceful slumber.

Once he felt her breathing even out beside him, Rhett turned his gaze upon Kristin, watching her for a long while. He had never imagined sharing his bed with a woman. Other women had tried to inveigle their way into his sheets, but he only felt revulsion.

Now, anticipation filled him, eager for the moment she would awaken and look into his eyes.

“Are you asleep?” he whispered.

Kristin did not stir, deeply ensconced in her dreams.

“She’s completely off her guard,” Rhett mused with a wry smile, gently brushing a strand of hair from her face.

Kristin was stunning, the kind of beauty that would stand out in any crowd with high cheekbones and eyes that were deep yet cool.

He remembered her as the Swan Queen on stage. Perhaps from that fleeting encounter, she had found a place in his heart, even if he was unaware of it.

of the women he met afterward could

Kristin stirred awake to find herself curled up in his embrace. Paralyzed with fear, she

pillow. On the vast expanse of the bed, they occupied only a third, with

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her hands. She hadn’t realized she had a habit of snuggling close in her

Rhett asked with a soft chuckle, noticing her tensed form in

delightful about waking up to the face you longed to see, a

stuttered, suddenly springing

found his toothbrush

tousled his hair. The home was starting to feel different, a place no longer just for living

properly?” Kristin called to the little one as she

sink, looked up

his heart squeezing at the word “Daddy.” He effortlessly lifted the little tyke. handing him a new toothbrush with toothpaste. “I’ll pick out a fun kids‘ toothbrush for you after

diligently brushed his teeth. “Daddy, are you going to pick me up from school?”

with a nod

lit up with joy. “Daddy, will you always love me?”

without hesitation,

calling you Daddy?” Summer asked

ruffling his hair.

someday, you’ll still like me,

understanding.

the implication dawning on him. Was Summer afraid he’d be replaced if Rhett

struck by the resemblance. Summer’s earnest face as he rinsed his toothbrush

“Summer?

similarity. The way Summer nestled in Rhett’s arms looked

Chapter 154

have the housekeeper set up a room for kids. It’ll be good for Summer to have a choice of where to stay. Plus, he

close. “Garner is away on business with his boss and he’ll

kids‘ room would be convenient. Where will Summer stay on Sundays?”