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.

needlessly worried, even sweating bullets for

Kristin had arrived

Holcomb had called Rhett numerous times, but Rhett had turned off his phone for the flight and only turned it back on after landing.

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

his embrace, murmuring, “We’re on vacation.”

that abroad… perhaps

a

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

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

file an appeal,” Rhett said,

paused, momentarily

with serious intent. “I have evidence that proves you’re innocent, and evidence that someone deliberately

process, but our chances of winning get your exoneration, we’ll head to the Department of Education, finish your remaining want to pursue your Master’s

unable to utter

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

on her tiptoes and leaned in to

his

forward, and she kissed Rhett with earnest

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

those tips Harriet sent made Kristin’s ears burn with

those even topics one

Kristin leaned against the wall, the tiles chilling her and driving her

if to tease, deliberately trapped her against him.

no other recourse, Kristin lifted her arms to

took the initiative and kissed his ear.

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

voice turned

hotly, her words teasing

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

and hestled into Rhett’s embrace, drifting off into a deep slumber

freshened up, sat on the edge of the bed nudging Kristin awake.

eyes, Kristin noticed they were swollen.

her voice raspy from crying herself to sleep the night before.

eyes brimming with fresh tears, Kristin felt the sting

to the beach later,” Rhett murmured, giving Kristin’s chin a gentle squeeze and

he so fond

how to swim?” he asked, tousling

Kristin’s eyes

just a swimmer–she had set a little record in

nearby couch, waiting for Kristin to change into

treating her… it was as

child.

starting to realize, with some amazement, that Rhett seemed to be growing

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

they were a

aback by her own thoughts, leaving her feeling

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

of bed, freshened up, and slipped into her

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

swimsuit, frowned upon seeing her dressed and stood up to

to say: “Then maybe we

really wanted

into his embrace and having her

dive?” Kristin asked, her

grunted, offering no reply.

had seen it in those photos and videos that Vincent had kept–a trove of memories that made Rhett seethe with jealousy yet yearn to know more about

a private estate, not too crowded but filled with the wealthy

filled

sunbathing–it was quite the lively

are you here by yourself?” Kristin was applying sunscreen under an umbrella when

Rhett was nowhere to

tried speaking in English, thinking

and good–looking, with a radiant smile. His features were eye–catching, dressed in just swim trunks and showing off a physique that

most attractive, considering all the women who approached him for his number,

the

shook her head, about

deep

paused, looking at Rhett. “What

brow furrowed, not finding the situation coincidental at all.

know him?” Kristin

Lewis, the second son of the Lewis family, and Hanson’s younger brother,” Rhett

in surprise. “No wonder he looked