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

Chapter 176

Chapter 176

“Kristin, I need to pull a couple of aces up my sleeve now that I’ve snagged the

vice–president spot.

Neal said with a chant navigate these waters without a couple of trusty lieutenants,”

Kristin nodded in agreement, “Piece of cake. Just let me know who you’re eyeing, and I’ll relay it to Mr. FitzGerald.”

“I’ve got my eye on Abby from Hospitality and Talbot from Project Management. They’ve both got the chops for a promotion.”

Neal’s grin was sly as a fox, and he playfully tousled Kristin’s hair, “And of course, once I’m firmly in the VP seat if you ever want to join my team, I can have a word with Mr.

FitzGerald for you.”

Kristin returned the smile, “Consider it done. I’ll bring you good news soon.”

Clutching her fingers tightly, Kristin turned away, her smile freezing on her face.

Abby from Hospitality, Talbot from Project Management, and one was Neal’s current fling, the other was Nicola and Vincent’s right–hand person.

Neal’s ‘loyalty‘ to Nicola and Vincent was unquestionable.

It appeared Nicola had something on Neal.

No wonder Rhett had said Neal was a liability. His situation was entirely different from that of Lisa.

Lost in thought, Kristin didn’t notice Rhett. He deliberately positioned himself for Kristin to bump into.

“Lost in a daydream?” Rhett whispered.

Kristin’s ears pricked up, and she looked at Rhett in astonishment, “Mr. FitzGerald?”

He was back.

“Yeah, got something for you.” On his way back, Rhett had picked up a coconut fruit parfait for Kristin.

Kristin stuttered, reaching for the parfait, “For me?”

glanced around, “Do you see anyone else

come to find Rhett, stood there puzzled and thought, “What, am I invisible?” After years of loyalty, he’d never received a parfait from Rhett. This was

trying to reach you,” York

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had been calling non–stop, “With everything going on

“Nicola’s going to be out on bail soon, and the VP selection is just around the corner. We need

at Kristin and hesitated, “We can’t put all our eggs in

wasn’t doubting Kristin’s abilities, but they were running out

I need dirt on two people: Abby from Hospitality and Talbot from Project Management. I

just foot soldiers. Kris, our priority is to oust Neal. If he stays, we all go,” York urged, his anxiety

cautiously at Rhett, “We’ll wait for him to resign on his own.”

Neal submitted his resignation, Mr. FitzGerald would have him out before he

simply smiled, clearly understanding Kristin’s

over a few minor slips? Kristin, did you the wrong side of the bed?” York was near panic.

wake up on

matter. If they couldn’t fire Neal, how could they wait for him to

cocky lately, thinking the company can’t function without him, that Mr. FitzGerald can’t succeed without him. Everyone’s wary of him threatening to take the whole Project Management team with him. That’s why he’s bold enough to bring his mistress and Nicola’s

audacity meant

did this relate to his resigning

prevent the Project Management team from actually following him. We have to expose Neal’s ‘evidence‘ and make an example of those who need to be made an example of,” Kristin said earnestly.

Rhett listened intently.

the office, he helped Kristin open her parfait and poured her a warm glass of

water.

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see, “Mr. FitzGerald, since when did

then Kristin noticed, Rhett had bought her a water mug, identical to his, looking like a matching

“Do you

threat.

me to get you one too?” Rhett asked with a mock

his head vigorously, “No, that’s not necessary.”

accidentally switched them one day?

Rhett prompted Kristin to continue.

Mr. Holcomb. Once Nicola is out, giving her such a ‘gift‘ is like a slap in her face. I’m worried she might play dirty if she can’t

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