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.

worried, even sweating bullets for him just

than seven hours, Kristin had arrived

Rhett had turned off his phone for the flight and only turned it back on

for a bit,” Kristin said, setting aside the luggage, ready to

Kristin into his embrace, murmuring, “We’re

realizing that abroad… perhaps no one would recognize her.

a

staff conversed with Kristin in fluent Spanish, and she responded with natural smiles and

considered the stellar achievements of her past, he felt

after we get back to Silvergrove City, let’s file an appeal,”

momentarily not comprehending.

intent. “I have evidence that proves you’re innocent, and evidence that someone deliberately kept you from being released these past five

your exoneration, we’ll head to the Department of Education, finish your remaining want to pursue your Master’s

Rhett, unable to utter

he’d gone to moved

she got on her tiptoes and leaned in

then lifted his hand

was rare for Kristin to be so forward, and she kissed Rhett

had spent days teaching Kristin about… adult intimacy tips, instructing her on how to

those tips Harriet sent made

even topics

against the wall, the tiles chilling her and driving her

deliberately trapped her against him.

lifted her arms to hang

the initiative and

was one of Harriet’s lessons… She said men’s ears were particularly sensitive.

Indeed, Rhett’s voice turned

hotly, her words teasing

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

exhausted and hestled into Rhett’s embrace, drifting off into

freshened up, sat on the

eyes, Kristin noticed

FitzGerald,” she croaked, her voice raspy from crying herself to

eyes brimming with fresh tears, Kristin felt the sting of injustice. How could Rhett have been

head to the beach later,” Rhett murmured, giving Kristin’s chin a gentle squeeze and planting a kiss on her

so fond of

know how to swim?” he asked, tousling her

eyes

a swimmer–she had set a little

Rhett commented, rising to sit on the nearby couch, waiting for Kristin to

embarrassment. The way Rhett was treating her… it was as

child.

that Rhett seemed to

he enjoyed making her laugh,

they were a couple, madly in love.

was taken aback by her own thoughts, leaving her feeling a bit frightened.

was just a novelty for Rhett. She

slowed as she calmed down, got out of bed, freshened up, and slipped

a simple tank–style one–piece with a little skirt draped over it. Her porcelain skin, reminiscent of alabaster, complemented the

her dressed and stood up to drape a bathrobe

“Then maybe

could tell she really wanted to

his embrace and having her sit on his lap

I could dive?” Kristin asked, her eyes gleaming

Rhett grunted, offering

Vincent had kept–a trove of memories that

private estate, not too crowded but filled with

filled

sunbathing–it was quite the

yourself?” Kristin was applying

uneasy. Rhett was nowhere to be seen.

tried speaking in English,

with a radiant smile. His features were

the most attractive, considering all the women who approached him for his number, even when she was by

beautiful?” the man

her head, about to

deep

looking at Rhett.

brow furrowed, not finding the situation coincidental at all.

you know him?” Kristin asked anxiously.

Lewis family, and Hanson’s younger brother,” Rhett

surprise. “No wonder