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

Chapter 223

Hanson squinted his eyes, a hint of skepticism crossing his features as he considered Kristin’s confidence

in Rhett.

*Kristin,” he drawled, “I’ve told you before, I can help you out, but on one condition that you leave Rhett and come work with me.” There was no way Hanson would lift a finger for Rhett’s sake without something in it for himself.

“Mr. Lewis, you’re not short on women, and certainly not interested in someone like me, right?” Kristin forced herself to stay calm, to not stumble over her words, “I’d like to propose a different deal.”

“Oh?” Hanson’s smile was a curve of intrigue, “What kind of deal?”

“If the Lewis Group wants to establish a stronghold in Silvergrove City, you need a flagship project. I hear the Lewis family is in a tug–of–war with the Turner family over a certain deal?

While Hanson had been digging into Kristin’s background, she had done her homework on him as well.

“The Turners wield considerable clout in Silvergrove City, and Johnnie Turner’s child is married into the FitzGerald family,” Hanson prodded, watching for Kristin’s reaction.

Kristin’s grip tightened until her knuckles went white, “I’ve left FitzGerald Corp, and I’m willing to work as your assistant. If my qualifications are an issue..*

Hanson’s eyes narrowed, a spark of interest flickering within, “Welcome aboard”

Kristin was shrewd, and she’d rather be a professional assistant than a domestic caretaker in his home.

She was telling Hanson, in no uncertain terms, that he might not lack for women, but what he truly needed was someone capable, someone useful.

And Kristin’s worth was far beyond the fleeting pleasures of the sex.

“How can you turn against the Turner family, the people who raised you for twenty–one years? Isn’t that a bit inhumane?” Hanson’s voice deepened with reproach, “Have you forgotten the basic principle of gratitude for Rhett’s sake? Is this his teaching?”

“Mr. Lewis, please keep your mouth shut when you don’t know the whole story,” Kristin shot back, her voice trembling with barely contained emotion.

It took a lot to push her to such defiance, a testament to Hanson’s skill at provocation.

Kristin would tolerate Hanson bad–mouthing her, but not Rhett.

“The Turner’s project manager is Clarence. My dealings with Clarence will be a fair competition based on our own merits. Gratitude has nothing to do with it,” she said, her fingernails digging into her palms.

If it weren’t for Rhett, she would never wish to stand against the Turner family.

But she couldn’t stand idly by.

Rhett was fighting a lonely battle, and it was wearing him thin.

Kristin knew Hanson would consider her offer. The international trade market had been sluggish these past years, and Hanson’s permanent move to Silvergrove City was a clear play for the coveted project, a dream his mother had harbored for over twenty years.

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verge of labor, desperate to secure the deal, only to give birth prematurely in a small–town hospital and suffer the heartbreak of a baby switch.

Hanson and Mrs. Lewis had their sights set on it. But without a foothold in the Silvergrove City business circles for over twenty years, Hanson’s confidence was shaky. Moreover, the Turner family had risen too quickly with the backing of the FitzGerald

trust

prodigy with excellent academic achievements, but after five years disconnected from society, did she really

himself believing in Kristin.

who knows Clarence better than anyone else

breath.

wanted to be at odds

he had shattered her heart,

Rhett mattered more.

a viper,” Hanson scoffed with a mocking

before Hanson

family who had cared for

sake was vicious.

concern. He was a businessman, and

Rhett

Kristin’s

on the

Vicious?

chose to become an enemy of the Turner family, everyone would label her as such.

the consequences of her

had no other choice.

debt she owed the Turners

Clarence was

At FitzGerald Corp.

office, Holcomb, seething with anger, charged at

raised his hand,

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in his eyes, Holcomb glared at Rhett, “You dare betray me?”

son, towering half a head over him, had grown strong enough

watch your back.” Rhett nudged Holcomb out the door, straightening his tie, “You think I’m still a little boy? Standing

embarrassment turned to rage, “After all these years, you’re holding a

just smiled, “Of course

and now you’re copping out, swayed by some bitch.” Holcomb bellowed on purpose, “Hertha’s tried to off herself and is in the hospital. I’m

reporters clicked away, snapping photos. Gossip about Rhett and Hertha instantly spread like wildfire. Clearly, Rhett and Kristin knew how to play the media game, and so did Hertha.

just gone public with his love life, and Kristin was now labeled ‘the mistress.