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

Chapter 177

Kristin had everything set for Rhett’s busy schedule Tomorrow. After coordinating with all the relevant departments over the phone and organizing the paperwork, she stepped out of her office, feeling the weight of responsibility on her shoulders.

As she distributed the departmental documents, she entered Neal’s office with a sense of foreboding, “Mr. Neals

Neal was reclining in his chair, chatting away on the phone in a sleazy tone that reeked of boastfulness. He was swaggering to his latest fling about getting her a plush job and a fat paycheck.

Noticing Kristin’s arrival, Neal hung up with a smug grin, thinking he had sealed the deal, “What’s the word from Mr. FitzGerald?”

Kristin struggled to maintain her composure. “Neal, I’m sorry.” She sighed deeply, “Mr. FitzGerald says he can meet all your requests except one. You want a waitress from the hotel’s staff to be the new VP’s secretary, and that’s not going to fly.”

“And the issue with Talbot, he doesn’t meet our background check standards.”

Neal’s expression soured at the blow to his ego, “I’m just asking for a couple of reliable people, and Mr. FitzGerald can’t agree to that?”

He knew this was a game of wits with Rhett, each move potentially crucial.

Neal assumed Rhett was testing him. After all, he had consented to a major department merger, yet balked at appointing two individuals.

Tell Mr. FitzGerald that I stand by these two for their work ethic. I’ve already made promises to them. If he doesn’t agree, it’s my reputation on the line,” Neal said with a frown, sending Kristin back as his messenger.

“Mr. Neal,” Kristin hesitated, then nodded and left.

Back in her office, she said nothing, waited ten minutes, and then set out again.

In the office, York was discussing a project with Rhett, but his attention kept drifting to Kristin as she came

and went.

“What are you gawking at?” Rhett tapped York’s head with a folder.

“Mr. FitzGerald, can we rely on Kristin? She’s in and out, and I’m worried she’s promised you more than she can deliver. Should I give her a hand?” York’s chivalry kicked in, fearing Kristin might be in over her head and

upset.

“Do you really think you’re up to it?” Rhett leaned back in his chair, his tone ominous, “Make sure you handle everything I’ve assigned you by tonight.”

“Mr. FitzGerald, they’re just small fry. Taking them down is a piece of cake,” York boasted confidently.

just prepare for Neal’s resignation,” Rhett

losing

about Kristin coming up empty–handed

Kristin returned looking slightly shaken. She took a deep breath before

frowned and said,

approached, her palms sweaty with

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he hurt you? Rhett’s expression darkened

wouldn’t dare hurt her, and he had

are you scared?” Rhett took her hand, seeing the marks her nails had made,

tensed for a moment, and Kristin’s face flushed red. It was a simple gesture, yet coming

averted her gaze,

magnetic to look at directly.

Kristin said with pride and determination. She wasn’t scared, just repulsed by Neal.

scared, Rhett agreed.

“Ding.”

an incoming message.

he

huff. What should I do? I’ve already rejected it twice, but he keeps sending it,

playing on his lips, “Can’t wait,

he should praise

Neal’s resignation on the screen, his voice lazy, “Kristin, are you my lucky charm?”

awkwardly perched on Rhett’s lap, the intimacy of the

as if she was straddling him.

exhausting,” Rhett murmured, resting his head on her shoulder.

to stand, let him lean on her as he

help you,” she whispered, the softness of her voice packing an unexpected

offered him such a

his burdens alone. Now, Kristin was offering

contract, cooperation? Or is it as partners?”

What role should she play in helping him? “Cooperation?”

furrowed, a