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

Chapter 161

Kristin’s eyes were wide with shock as she stared at Rhett.

Was he really going all out today?

He even notified the police and the press.

Taking a deep breath, Kristin clutched Rhett’s collar tightly.

Burning bridges with Holcomb did him no favors given his current predicament.

Rhett smiled, taking Kristin’s hand in his. “I promised you a show, didn’t I?”

He was far from done with this matter.

“You’ve lost your mind. You’re insane!” Holcomb began to quiver with fear.

Vincent stood frozen, watching the exchange between Rhett and Kristin, feeling as though a knife had been plunged into his heart.

“You’re bewitched, seduced by this temptress!” Holcomb, seething with anger, picked up a vase from the table and hurled it at Kristin and Rhett.

Rhett frowned, instinctively pulling Summer into his arms and stepping in front of Kristin to shield her from the flying shards.

“Nicola, you’re suspected of incitement to commit grievous harm. Please come with us for an investigation.”

Holcomb was at a loss for words.

“It’s all a misunderstanding, just a family affair. We’ll settle it ourselves,” Nicola said in a panic, looking nervously at Holcomb.

It was a critical time for the selection of the company’s vice president. Even though she knew Holcomb would find a way to get her out, she couldn’t stand it.

If anything went wrong, the consequence was beyond imagination.

Glaring at Rhett, Nicola snapped, “Rhett, for a woman, you’re even turning your back on your father.”

“You’re so cruel.” Summer whispered fearfully, clinging tightly to Rhett. “Daddy, I will protect you from now on.”

Rhett felt a lump in his throat, his eyes beginning to burn.

He smiled, patting Summer’s head gently. “It’s okay, sweetheart.”

“Mr. FitzGerald, we heard that Mrs. FitzGerald poisoned you. Is that true?”

“Mr. FitzGerald, was the housekeeper from Harborside Haven who poisoned you acting under Mrs. FitzGerald’s orders?”

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11:20

1. what’s your take on

current wife has harmed your ex–wife’s

gates,

servants, hurriedly shut the gates, struggling to

FitzGerald, please come out and make a statement.”

outside were causing

police gestured for Nicola

go out in front of all these reporters,” Nicola refused. “Whatever it is, talk to

not obstruct our duties,” the police officer said with a frown.

badge number!” Nicola screamed

flagrant disregard for the law and acted with malicious intent,” the officer said

pointed a shaking finger

furious, tried to protect Nicola.

you obstruct police business, you’re coming with us too,” the officer

Step aside.” Holcomb finally spoke, signaling the police to take

assistant to

she wasn’t too worried about

front of the reporters. “Rhett, I’m

will prove my innocence.*

said, looking out at the reporters. Hopefully, this experience

snapping photos and recording, witnessing the

a war without gunfire, an

this story hit the press, it would be the talk of the town for

not months.

out! All of you get out!” Holcomb continued

a half–smile, placing Summer in Kristin’s arms and draping his jacket over Kristin’s head to shield her and Summer. ‘Enjoy

11:20

dinner?”

as she looked up at

you cook,” Rhett

down, her eyes moistening.

chased after

he wasn’t ready to

the sight of Rhett’s demeanor, he wasn’t sure if he was just

he was just using her to rile up Vincent

look back as she got into Rhett’s car.

away, with reporters chasing after the

Keep the story hot,” Rhett commanded

were sweaty as he hesitated.

worried about

family at this time was clearly not the

merely gave Nicola

against Rhett, Rhett’s situation would become even more precarious.

understood this as well, aware that