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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wouldn’t have rushed back to Silvergrove City on the verge of labor, desperate to secure the deal, only to give birth prematurely in a small–town hospital and suffer the heartbreak of

confidence was

should I trust you?” Hanson countered.

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

found himself believing in

Clarence better than anyone else

breath.

wanted to be at odds

he had shattered her heart, she had seen it

now, Rhett mattered more.

Turners have nurtured a viper,” Hanson scoffed

Hanson spoke again, “Deal.”

eyes, Kristin’s readiness to confront the Turner family who had cared for her for twenty–one years for

was vicious.

none of his concern. He was a

the Rhett residence.

ended the call, Kristin’s

crouched on the

Vicious?

of the Turner family, everyone

the consequences of

no other choice.

she owed the Turners had long been repaid.

competition with Clarence

At FitzGerald Corp.

seething with anger, charged at him,

hand, catching Holcomb’s

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Holcomb glared at Rhett, “You dare betray

that his son, towering half a head over him, had grown strong enough to be

the door, straightening his tie, “You think I’m still a little boy? Standing by helplessly while you played the tyrant at home?”

all these years, you’re holding a grudge against me?”

just smiled, “Of course

now you’re copping out, swayed by some bitch.” Holcomb bellowed on purpose, “Hertha’s tried to off

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.

victim, while Rhett had just gone public with his love life,