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?

You’ve met me before.” Rhett offered Alma a reassuring smile. “This is my girlfriend, Kristin.”

it again, asking strangers if they’re someone they’re not,”

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

real trouble.”

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he

Kristin, crying, “Mommy, I

was dumbfounded. “Sorry, I’ve never

son, he coazed, “Liam, let’s go home with Daddy. The lady must be tired

hugging Kristin tightly. “I want

lingered on Kristin, yearning to call her daughter right then

desperately at Rhett

Rhett said, reaching out to

wailed and clung

stunned. His son, an unexpected gift dropped at his door by a past lover or a one–night stand, had been lavishly spoiled

said, trying to coax Liam,

refused, not giving an inch.

old are you? Are you married? You see, I have three sons. Do you fancy any of them? Why

visibly ignored as

with Kristin but too prideful to

tattled, “Mom, Hanson was rude to Kristin earlier, not very nice at all. If

believed himself to be the epitome of perfection

he doesn’t cause enough trouble,” Hanson retorted sharply, exposing his brother’s flaws.

the sternness of a child. “Stay away from my mom, you’ll scare her

she’s mine,” Rhett interjected, eager to

asked with a mocking

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the marriage

together, Kristin interjected hastily, cutting off Rhett’s words

the world finding out Rhett had tied the knot with her. Besides, they’d signed a non–disclosure agreement about their secret union. If word got out, there’d be pandemonium. And Rhett, well,

FitzGerald, I must admit, I’m smitten with Kristin. Let’s keep this a fair fight,” Felix said,

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