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.

had been needlessly worried, even sweating bullets

hours, Kristin had arrived

had turned off his phone for the flight and only turned it

relax in the lounge for a bit,” Kristin

into his embrace, murmuring, “We’re on

uttered a nervous “oh,” realizing that abroad… perhaps no one

was a liberating feeling.

responded with natural smiles and fluent replies.

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

to Silvergrove City, let’s file an appeal,” Rhett said, taking her hand and leading her

momentarily not

into her eyes with serious intent. “I have evidence that proves you’re innocent, and evidence that someone deliberately kept you from being released these past five years. Let’s file an

already til be a long process, but our chances of winning get your exoneration, we’ll head to the

Kristin gazed at Rhett, unable

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

on her tiptoes and leaned

for a moment, then lifted his hand to her head

so forward, and she kissed Rhett with earnest

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

Harriet sent made Kristin’s ears

those even topics one could discuss?

chilling her and driving her closer into Rhett’s

to tease, deliberately trapped her against him.

no other recourse, Kristin lifted her arms to hang

took the initiative and kissed his ear.

of Harriet’s lessons… She said men’s

voice

hotly, her words teasing

remember, no mercy later. Not even

Rhett’s embrace, drifting off into a deep slumber until the following morning.

okay? Rhett, already freshened up, sat on the edge of the bed nudging

her eyes, Kristin noticed they

her voice raspy from crying herself to sleep the

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

giving Kristin’s chin a gentle squeeze and

was he so fond

how to swim?” he asked, tousling

Kristin’s eyes sparkled with

set a little record in

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

way Rhett was treating her… it was

child.

some amazement, that Rhett seemed to be growing fonder

alone, he enjoyed making her laugh, he liked holding

they were a

own thoughts, leaving her

just a novelty for Rhett.

got out of bed, freshened up, and slipped into her

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

frowned upon seeing her dressed and stood up to drape a bathrobe over her. “I don’t want others ogling

Kristin managed to say: “Then maybe we shouldn’t

really wanted to go.

into his embrace and having her sit on his lap for breakfast.

know I could dive?” Kristin asked, her eyes gleaming with curiosity.

Rhett grunted, offering no reply.

course, he 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

too crowded

filled

surfing others sunbathing–it was

are you here by yourself?” Kristin was applying sunscreen under an umbrella when someone approached her.

uneasy. Rhett was nowhere to be

man tried speaking in English, thinking

gave him a timid glance. The man was tall and good–looking, with a radiant smile. His features were eye–catching, dressed in just swim trunks and showing off a physique that could

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

your number, beautiful?” the

head, about to

deep

looking at Rhett. “What a coincidence.”

furrowed, not finding the

him?”

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

in surprise. “No wonder he looked