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

Chapter 198

At the wedding, Rhett and Kristi

Kristin was a bundle of nerves but obeyed, ignoring the incessant ringing.

Back at the hotel, her mind was elsewhere, anxiety gnawing at her. Crossing Holcomb was like poking a bear – you don’t do it unless you’re looking for trouble.

If she were in Rhett’s shoes, she’d lay low, bide her time, and play nice – whether it meant forging an alliance with the Haywoods or the Lewises. You have to secure your footing before you can tighten your grip on power.

She had faith in Rhett’s capabilities. Given three years, she was sure the FitzGerald Group would be clutched firmly in his hands.

But he had chosen this moment to lock horns with Holcomb.

It was a bold move, but not necessarily the wisest.

Yet, this was Rhett’s choice, and Kristin felt it wasn’t her place to question it.

“What do you want for dinner?” Rhett asked softly.

“I…” Kristin looked up at him, her thoughts elsewhere. “Anything’s fine. I’m not picky.”

“How about I cook for you?” Rhett suggested, wrapping his arms around her.

Thankfully, their resort suite was outfitted with a kitchen, ready for use.

Kristin’s eyes widened in surprise. “Mr. FitzGerald, please tell me you’re not planning to torch the hotel kitchen? That could cost a fortune…”

–

Her worry about the cost vanished as she remembered who she was talking to Rhett could certainly afford it.

Rhett chuckled at her concern. “I made sandwiches for you the other day, didn’t I?”

“Sandwiches don’t require cooking,” Kristin pointed out, eyeing the ingredients that the hotel butler had prepared in anticipation of Rhett’s culinary endeavor.

It was clear Rhett was set on grilling steaks.

“Are

you can cook?” Kristin asked, her tone laced with doubt.

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11:25

He took off his watch, slipped out

phone rang again, but it wasn’t Holcomb this time –

Eve.” Kristin handed Rhett the phone.

soured

his half–sister, her sudden

answered, his voice dripping with a casual laziness.

Rhett “Did you upset Dad? I overheard him

brash, but she didn’t want her mother snatching away what rightfully belonged

Rhett neither accepted nor liked her, showing nothing

Rhett responded curtly.

Holcomb was using Eve to send

out a cold

resolve things together. There’s been a misunderstanding between you and

this,” Rhett told her, still offering a

Rhett tossed the phone

you going back?” Kristin asked

could very well be the last straw.

him throw his tantrum,” Rhett said dismissively as he focused on preparing the steak for Kristin. “By the way, we’re catching an early

the tickets yourself?” Kristin was surprised,

schedule.

a surprise,” Rhett

where

thundercloud as he glared at Eve. “Did Rhett pick up

he caught a cold and wasn’t feeling well. Maybe we can give him a

a convenient excuse for Rhett.

He’s embarrassing himself, parading that Kristin around at the banquet. He’s disgracing the FitzGerald name!” “Exactly, Kristin’s background is nothing but a stain. She’s a con artist with a record, a

all high–profile business figures. Who knows what they’re saying about us now behind our backs?” Nicola

Kristin, talk about Kristin. Why drag Rhett into it? Rhett’s the president of the FitzGerald