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

Chapter 216

Rhett knew Kristin like the back of his hand. Unless he initiated it, Kristin would never willingly spend his money. It was a trait that unsettled him, leaving him feeling on edge, as if he was standing on shaky ground.

A woman who didn’t chase a man for his wallet could indeed strip a guy of his peace of mind. It was as if Kristin could vanish at any

moment.

Kristin’s heart pounded as Rhett hang up the phone. She returned to the boutique only to find her friend, Harriet, in the midst of a heated argument with the supervisor.

“You think you can have wealthy friends looking like that? If you don’t meet your sales targets this month, you’re out of here!” the manager spat out.

“I’ve been servicing all those clients, and you have the nerve to credit their purchases under your name? And now you’re talking about performance assessments?” Harriet was not one to back down easily.

“You’re new here. Those are our regulars; they’re not your clients.”

“Stop fighting, both of you…” Kristin tried to interject, hoping to defuse the situation.

“Back off! You’re all nobodies!” the manager scoffed, eyeing Kristin with disdain. “If you care so much about your friend, why don’t you buy a few bags and boost her sales?”

Kristin paused, rendered speechless by the suggestion.

The manager dismissed her with a roll of her eyes, assuming Kristin couldn’t afford it. Her plain appearance and make–up free face, although naturally beautiful, screamed ‘small–town‘ to the snobbish manager.

“Can’t foot the bill? Then cut the act,” the manager sneered, before directing her attention to a glamorous woman in a slinky dress and stilettos, hanging onto a middle–aged man.

“Oh, Fiona, darling, you’ve finally graced us with your presence,” the manager’s tone turned from sour to sweet in an instant.

Kristin was gobsmacked, witnessing such a drastic change in demeanor. Harriet chuckled at Kristin’s expression. “Never seen an ass–kiss in action? They fawn over the rich like they’re their own flesh and blood.”

Kristin composed herself. “What an act…”

whispered, pulling Kristin aside. “That woman with the sunglasses and mask, that’s Fiona, Adrienne Haywood’s cousin.

took a deep breath. “What if there’s

to help you out,” Harriet smirked. “I’ve even got a friend coming. He’s a streamer with millions of followers. He’s

hugged her gratefully. “Thank you so much. I’ve found a journalist for today too.”

With resolve, Kristin was determined to protect what she and Rhett shared, even if it was just for

the script,” Harriet winked, giving Kristin the cue

her spirit fierce and fiery.

was with the right person. Being with Rhett,

again,” Harriet said meaningfully. With Rhett’s nurturing, Kristin would

absolutely adore this bag. That girl in my group just got one more expensive than mine. It’s infuriating!” Fiona cooed to the man beside her, pointing to a handbag, worth over a million dollars.

was clearly smitten, spoiling her rotten. “Buy

him,

if Rhett would respond to her flirtations like that. The thought alone gave her goosebumps. It wasn’t her style.

I don’t have a single piece of jewelry

staring at the man she had protected

Kristin approached, concerned.

a mask of shock, hastily distancing

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“You’ve enjoyed yourself while I was away?

he pleaded, knowing Sybil had leverage over

was annoyed. What are

What can she

the two

streamer outside started broadcasting live, and the viewership shot up, hungry for the juicy drama

in as viewers recognized Fiona “Isn’t that the girl from the new

was out, and the Haywood family’s reputation testered on the brink, Kristin’s plan was in

you even know who I am? Fiona yelled, her voice laced with hysteria as she confronted Sybil “Do you have any idea who my uncle is? The Haywoods, ever heard of them? My cousin Hertha is about to