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

Chapter 203

In the upscale suite of a hotel, Milo was still busy blowing bubbles, happily splashing around in the bathtub with Summer.

“Daddy, your face looks kinda dark…” Summer whispered with innocent concern.

Standing at the edge of the tub, Rhett watched the two kids, feeling utterly out of his depth.

Kristin had gone back to the Collins estate, leaving him behind.

He was tasked with babysitting at the hotel.

Summer was manageable, but Milo seemed to be coming down with a cold, and the never–ending stream of snot was a form of torture for Mr. FitzGerald, who was a bit of a

clean freak.

“Summer, Milo, you’re not toddlers anymore. You need to start washing up on your own, okay?” Rhett said, trying to sound encouraging.

Summer nodded earnestly.

Milo counted his age on his fingers. “Uncle, I’m five, not a toddler.”

“Alright then, scrub up, and I’ll come to check on you in a bit,” Rhett instructed.

“Okay!” Milo nodded, beaming with pride at his newfound responsibility.

The hotel doorbell chimed.

Rhett, hoping for a rescue in the form of Kristin’s return, rushed to the door with a sense of relief. But it wasn’t Kristin on the other side–it was Eve.

“Rhett…” Eve looked anxious. “Sorry to bother you so late.”

“How did you find me?” Rhett frowned, puzzled.

He’d instructed the hotel to maintain the utmost secrecy, and this place wasn’t under the FitzGerald Group’s umbrella but owned by ByteSpark Technologies.

Eve shouldn’t have been able to track him down.

“I… used the GPS on Milo’s smartwatch,” Eve admitted quietly, noticing Rhett’s displeasure. “I swear I didn’t tell Mom or Dad.”

“Is something wrong? Are you here to take the kids?” Rhett was in no mood for a chat.

just surprised you’re willing to look after

didn’t care for

totally unexpected,” Rhett replied

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care of Summer, not to be saddled

hands clasped nervously. She was caught in the middle–between her mother and brother on one side, and Rhett on

the other.

to apologize

I was getting at…” Eve took a deep breath, glancing around.

know, Bart was Grandpa’s go–to

had already guessed that Holcomb was making his

the shares, your position in the company will be compromised,” Eve worried for

gaze upon Eve

something too. Kristin, with her sketchy past, will only make your situation

They’re no longer avoiding the press, openly referring to each other as in–laws…” Eve knew Holcomb was pressuring

the Haywood

Rhett refused… Holcomb would certainly take

parents know you’re here telling me this?” Rhett’s voice was

head quickly. “Rhett… don’t say that,

wished for

a tightly drawn bow, ready to snap at any moment.

really don’t want us to become

while before speaking. “We can never be a real family.

one who caused his mother’s death.

eyes reddened, understanding Rhett’s resentment about

sorry…”

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want to take Milo back? Rhett’s tone

thought for a moment. “I’ve caused you enough trouble. I’ll take him

Rhett remained silent.

Milo stepped out, each wrapped in a towel, their

myself!” Milo announced with joy.

the same Milo who couldn’t manage basic tasks at home and still wet the bed at five? She barely recognized

here to pick you

looked at Summer, then at Eve. “Summer, will

Summer nodded. “Always.”

stood at the door, feeling a mixture of shame and regret.