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

Chapter 187

ett seemed to have anticipated Holcomb’s move, leaning back in his chair with an air of nonchalance

been running on fumes lately, so it’s really something that my old man wants to give me a break. Poor Vincent, he’s got his work cut out for him.”

With a casual smile, Rhett signed his name on the resignation letter that York had brought over.

“But as for someone who’s resigned, without my signature, getting back in is going to be a whole different bali game,” Rhett said, throwing down the gauntlet to Holcomb.

Nicola knew all too well that after Rhett’s signature, anyone wishing to be rehired would have to go through HR’s rigorous vetting process.

Rhett, so sure of himself, would never allow Neal to return to the fold.

Even if Neal did, it certainly wouldn’t be in his former position.

“Rhett, you should really take some time off and rest up. The company will run just fine without you,” Vincent said, brimming with confidence

Rhett raised an eyebrow and stood up, adjusting his wristwatch. “I’m out.”

Kristin and York exchanged anxious glances before hurrying after Rhett “Mr. FitzGerald…”

“Cancel all my appointments, except for the Influx Enterprise wedding banquet,” Rhett instructed Kristin after a glance. “Tell our partners I’ve come down with something”

Kristin took a deep breath. “Mr. FitzGerald. Are you giving Vincent a chance on purpose? What if he…”

“He’s got to have the chops for it.” Rhett said with a scornful laugh

“York, you stay and handle the fallout Kristin and I are taking a break” As they entered the elevator, Rhett looked completely at ease, even a bit smug

York was confused. “Why does Kristin get time off too?”

“My personal assistant is supposed to handle my personal life. You’ve got a broader remit, so step up.” Rhett blocked York from the elevator and shut the door

Kristin was flustered, looking anxiously at Rhett “Mr. FitzGerald, are you sure about this?”

“Everything’s arranged,” Rhett checked the time. “Starting now, you don’t have to worry about a thing. Just enjoy the vacation with me

“Huh?” Kristin was flustered. “The Influx heiress wedding is in

“We’ll head out early, have some fun.” Rhett had planned everything in advance

Still in a daze, Kristin followed Rhett out of the elevator.

It seemed like it wasn’t Nicola playing Rhett, but Rhett playing Nicola and Vincent

“Mr. FitzGerald… Did you foresee Mr. Holcomb giving you time off?” Kristin ventured cautiously.

Rhett was in high spirits, having dealt with the thorn in his side, Neal, and now looking forward to a holiday with Kristin Things couldn’t be better

“He’s warning me that if I don’t play ball, I’ll be on permanent vacation,” Rhett understood Holcomb’s message. But this was exactly what Rhett wanted

Kristin hesitated. “Can York handle everything on his own?”

Rhett frowned, pinning Kristin against the car door. “You’re my personal asaletant, why worry

…I’m just womed Vincent might collude with our partners while you’re away… Kristin feared Vincent might seize everything Rhett had in his absence,

First, he’d need the ability, Rhett said, opening the car door for Kristin and helping her buckle up. “Second, you don’t seem very confident in your man.”

Kristin clutched the seatbelt nervously, at a loss for words.

“What’s mine, no one can take…” Rhett leaned on the seat with one hand, smiling as he spoke again. “And what can be taken, I don’t care for.”

Kristin’s gaze was fixed on Rhett, and for a moment, she found it hard to look away.

“Pack up, we’re flying out today,” Rhett said, starting the car and heading home.

Kristin realized that Rhett was in a hurry to leave, knowing that any delay might give Holcomb a reason to call him back.

“Today?” Kristin was shocked. “Summer…”

“Don’t worry, I’ve taken care of everything with Summer,” Rhett said, his smile hinting at cunning.

got it Rhett had this whole thing planned out days ago. Now, she could

Taking a deep breath, Kristin finally got it truly take it easy.

If Kristin wasn’t mistaken, within three days, the FitzGerald Group’s top brass and board of directors would be in an uproar.

Rhett had likely left Vincent with a host of problems that were difficult to solve and prone to error. Once Vincent stumbled, Holcomb would realize that, for now, the FitzGerald Group couldn’t do without Rhett.

Indeed, Rhett hadn’t reached his position by being easy to outmaneuver.

sweating bullets for him just a moment ago.

more than seven hours, Kristin had arrived at

called Rhett numerous times, but Rhett had turned off his phone

check us in, you can relax in the lounge for a bit,” Kristin said, setting aside the

pulled Kristin into his embrace,

realizing that abroad… perhaps no

was a liberating

and fluent replies. Rhett watched Kristin,

her own regret. Whenever Rhett considered the stellar achievements of her past, he felt a crushing tightness

file an appeal,”

paused, momentarily not comprehending.

and evidence that someone deliberately kept you from being released these past

with the lawyer already til be a long process, but our chances of winning get your exoneration, we’ll head to the Department of Education, finish your remaining want to pursue your

gazed at Rhett, unable to utter a

Rhett’s motives, the lengths he’d gone to

a sniffle, she got on her tiptoes and leaned in to give

then lifted his hand to her head to take control.

Kristin to be so forward, and

she had spent days teaching Kristin about… adult intimacy tips,

made Kristin’s ears burn with

those even topics one

the wall, the tiles chilling her and driving her closer into Rhett’s embrace.

to tease, deliberately trapped her against him.

other recourse, Kristin lifted her arms to

initiative

She said men’s ears were particularly sensitive.

Indeed, Rhett’s voice turned

Kristin breathed hotly, her words teasing at Rhett’s

“Just remember, no mercy later. Not even if you beg.”

embrace, drifting off into a

freshened up, sat on the edge of the

noticed they were

raspy from

with fresh tears, Kristin felt the sting of injustice. How could Rhett

Kristin’s chin a gentle squeeze and planting a kiss

he so

know how to swim?” he asked,

Kristin’s eyes sparkled

wasn’t just a swimmer–she had set a little record in diving, she

couch, waiting for

embarrassment. The way Rhett was treating her… it

child.

Kristin was starting to realize, with some amazement, that Rhett seemed to be growing fonder of

when they were alone, he enjoyed making her laugh, he liked holding her

as if they were a couple, madly

her own thoughts, leaving her feeling a bit frightened.

just a novelty for Rhett. She shouldn’t get ahead of herself…

got out of bed, freshened up, and slipped

had chosen a simple tank–style one–piece with a little skirt draped over it. Her porcelain skin, reminiscent

seeing her in her swimsuit, frowned upon seeing her dressed and stood up to drape a bathrobe over her.

say: “Then maybe we

she really wanted

embrace and having her

know I could dive?” Kristin asked,

offering

trove of memories that made Rhett seethe with jealousy yet yearn

not too crowded but filled with the wealthy and famous.

filled

were surfing others sunbathing–it was

was applying sunscreen under an umbrella

she felt uneasy. Rhett was nowhere to be

Kristin didn’t respond, the handsome man tried speaking

with a radiant smile. His features were eye–catching, dressed in

the women who approached him

beautiful?” the man asked, scratching

shook her head, about to decline.

taken,” Rhett’s deep voice

man paused, looking at

brow furrowed, not finding the

him?” Kristin

the Lewis family, and Hanson’s

“No wonder he