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.

women he met afterward could match the initial wonder he

morning, Kristin stirred awake to find herself curled up in his

vast expanse of the bed, they

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to the edge.

hadn’t realized she had a habit of snuggling close

with a soft chuckle, noticing her tensed

you longed to

stuttered, suddenly springing up to get

and found his toothbrush already prepped by Kristin.

feel

brush your teeth properly?” Kristin called to the little

the sink, looked up at Rhett for

tyke. handing him a new toothbrush with toothpaste. “I’ll

“Daddy, are you going to pick me up

affirmed with a nod

lit up with joy. “Daddy,

answered without hesitation, “Always.”

Daddy?” Summer asked

ruffling

have other kids someday, you’ll still like me,

understanding.

the implication dawning on him. Was Summer afraid

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

“Summer?

struck by the uncanny similarity. The

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good for Summer to have

replied, flustered, hugging Summer close. “Garner is away on business

convenient.