When the Boss’ Lady Became His Sister-in-law ( Kristin and Garner ) Chapter 65
Kristin shook her head, not uttering a word. Of course, she was filled with regret. But regret was as useless as a chocolate teapot. What she regretted wasn’t her lack of compromise with James back then, but rather… why the heck she didn’t kick the bucket in her birth year. “Have a rest, and I’ll whip up some dinner,” Kristin said with a voice so low it dripped with formality and detachment. James frowned and sauntered over to the floor–to–ceiling window to light up a cigarette.. Kristin’s current vibe was obviously not what he was gunning for. But just because she was Kristin. “Bill, drop a line to Linda’s agent and tell her she’s been too big for her britches lately. Have her lay low, no biz gigs or roles for the next half a year.” James ordered coldly over the phone. On the other end, Bill got the memo. Linda was getting iced for a good six months. All because she had the gall to ruffle Kristin today. “Got it, Mr. Bryce. After hanging up. James turned to look at Kristin bustling about in the kitchen. Her hair was loosely pinned up, her frame gaunt, her skin so pale it nearly glowed. From James‘ perspective, Kristin was drop–dead gorgeous, the kind that made it hard to look away. Six years back, when James first clapped eyes on Kristin, he thought she was the kind of princess meant to be caged in gold, a trophy for all to admire. But now, he felt an urge to hide her away and keep her all to himself away from prying eyes. “Sure you don’t wanna glance at the contract?” Ditching the cigarette butt, James stepped into the kitchen and wrapped his arms around Kristin from behind. Kristin tensed up, almost dropping the kitchen knife on her foot, but James was quick to catch “No need…” Replying, she shook her head. “I didn’t bring you here to play nanny…” James‘ voice was deep and raspy, a reminder he kept drilling into Kristin. He had a strong impulse towards Kristin, but at least in this regard, he would respect her choice. 1/4 11: Chapter 65 Kristin numbly stared at the noodles bolling in the pot, her hands slowly dropping to her sides. “James, it’s not like you’re short on women.” James did never had a shortage of women. “I’m not short on nannies either,” James let go of Kristin and leaned back, teasing. Kristin got it. James was the kind of guy who wanted what he couldn’t have, but once he had it. he might not cling on so tightly. “Today… I ran into Linda. She’s stunning, a real head–turner, the type that shines no matter where she stands.” Kristin turned off the stove and faced James. “There’s no point… wasting your energy on someone like me. You won’t like it.” Compared to a shining star like Linda, she felt dull and lackluster. Kristin untied her apron and tossed it aside, slowly unbuttoning her shirt. The scars on her body were a horror show, the bruises frighteningly vivid. The marks from her time in the clink hadn’t faded completely. Her wrists were laced with ugly scars from countless suicide attempts. James, the kind of guy who demanded the ultimate from women, at the very least perfection. And she… was a shattered porcelain pot, glued back together, too cheap and tawdry. James stood rigid, his fingers clenched tight. “Does this look valuable to you?” Kristin chuckled bitterly, as if she wouldn’t fetch a dime even on the streets. “Rest up.” James finally said, his voice low. “When you’ve made up your mind, see Bill for the contract. Use the card as you like, and hit up Bill if you’re short on cash.” James turned and bolted, practically fleeing. At the sight of Kristin’s bruised body, a complex storm of emotions in him was stirred. Kristin let out a self–deprecating laugh, picked up her shirt from the floor, and crouched there for a long time. No man would give her a second look now. If they knew the vile things she’d been through. they’d probably not want to lay eyes on her again. At the Nightlight Club, James had left his place, nursing a drink alone at the bar. […]
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