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

Chapter 190

On the rocky shores, Alma stood at the brink, the sea breeze tousling her hair.

For over twenty years, the whereabouts of her daughter remained a mystery. The years had taken their toll, filled with false leads and charlatans, her hopes ignited and

extinguished time and again.

“Mom!” Hanson rushed over, pulling Alma back from the edge with concern etched on his face. “What on earth are you doing here? It’s dangerous.”

Alma glanced at Hanson with a smile that softened her aging features. “You think I’d jump?”

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It wasn’t a face marred by time, rather one that told a story of life and warmth, the kind that suited her fifty–something years.

“No, I didn’t mean that…” Hanson stammered, careful not to upset his mother.

“Mom, don’t do anything foolish. We’re here for Edmond’s daughter’s wedding, remember?” Felix chimed in, relieved.

“I wouldn’t do anything silly. Not when your sister is still out there…” Alma’s voice trailed off, tinged with regret.

“We’ll find her, Mom. We have to.” Jason tried to soothe her.

“Alright, Liam…” Alma nodded, turning to see Kristin approaching with little Liam in her

arms.

Her words caught in her throat as she stared at Kristin in shock. “My dear… How old are you?” Alma approached, her hands trembling as she clutched Kristin’s arm.

“What’s your name? Are your parents still with us?” Alma–peppered her with questions, her voice filled with urgency. “You bear a striking resemblance to my long–lost daughter.”

Kristin, caught off guard and a little frightened, turned to Rhett for support.

What in the world was happening with the Lewis clan?

First, the little one mistakenly called Kristin mom, and now Alma seemed set on mistaking her for her daughter?

Rhett offered Alma a reassuring smile. “This

it again, asking strangers if they’re someone they’re

is my son, Liam. Thank you so much for today. If it weren’t for you folks, Liam might

real trouble.”

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a bit impetuous, and he

clung to Kristin, crying, “Mommy, I want

was dumbfounded. “Sorry, I’ve never seen him

“Liam, let’s go home with

tightly. “I want

Kristin, yearning to call her daughter right

was overwhelmed and looked desperately at Rhett for help.

said, reaching

it. He wailed and clung to Kristin as Rhett

or a one–night stand, had been lavishly spoiled by the his

said, trying to coax

refused, not giving

girl, and Liam likes you. I like you too,” Alma said, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Kristin. “How old are you? Are you married? You see, I have three sons. Do you fancy any of

was visibly ignored as the conversation

with Kristin but

earlier, not very nice at all. If anyone should be considered, it’s me.

to be the epitome of perfection within the Lewis

he doesn’t cause enough trouble,” Hanson retorted sharply, exposing his

Kristin, spoke up with the sternness of a child. “Stay away from my mom, you’ll scare

interjected, eager to claim his

you two married?” Hanson asked with a mocking smirk, challenging

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slap the marriage paper

Rhett’s

Besides, they’d signed a non–disclosure agreement about their secret union. If word got out, there’d be pandemonium. And Rhett, well, he was in

keep this a fair fight,”

gimme a chance. You’ll fall for me, I promise,” Jason was still showing off like a