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“Kristin, I need to pull a couple of aces up my sleeve now that I’ve snagged the
vice–president spot.
Neal said with a chant navigate these waters without a couple of trusty lieutenants,”
Kristin nodded in agreement, “Piece of cake. Just let me know who you’re eyeing, and I’ll ry it to Mr.
FitzGerald.”
“I’ve got my eye on Abby from Hospitality and Talbot from Project Management. They’ve both got the
chops for a promotion.”
Neal’s grin was sly as a fox, and he yfully tousled Kristin’s hair, “And of course, once I’m firmly in the
VP seat if you ever want to join my team, I can have a word with Mr.
FitzGerald for you.”
Kristin returned the smile, “Consider it done. I’ll bring you good news soon.”
Clutching her fingers tightly, Kristin turned away, her smile freezing on her face.
Abby from Hospitality, Talbot from Project Management, and one was Neal’s current fling, the other
was Nic and Vincent’s right–hand person.
Neal’s ‘loyalty‘ to Nic and Vincent was unquestionable.
It appeared Nic had something on Neal.
No wonder Rhett had said Neal was a liability. His situation was entirely different from that of Lisa.
Lost in thought, Kristin didn’t notice Rhett. He deliberately positioned himself for Kristin to bump into.
“Lost in a daydream?” Rhett whispered.
Kristin’s ears pricked up, and she looked at Rhett in astonishment, “Mr. FitzGerald?”
He was back.
“Yeah, got something for you.” On his way back, Rhett had picked up a coconut fruit parfait for Kristin.
Kristin stuttered, reaching for the parfait, “For me?”
Rhett nced around, “Do you see anyone else here?”
York, who hade to find Rhett, stood there puzzled and thought, “What, am I invisible?” After years
of loyalty, he’d never received a parfait from Rhett. This was unfair.
“Mr. FitzGerald, Mr. Hob has been trying to reach you,” York said, somewhat
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helplessly. Hob had been calling non–stop, “With everything going on with Nic, he’s been
preupied, but…”
York was worried, “Nic’s going to be out on bail soon, and the VP selection is just around the corner.
We need to act fast, and as for Kristin…”
York nced at Kristin and hesitated, “We can’t put all our eggs in one basket.”
He wasn’t doubting Kristin’s abilities, but they were running out of time.
“York, I need dirt on two people: Abby from Hospitality and Talbot from Project Management. I want
something solid, grounds for immediate dismissal,” Kristin said quietly.
“I’ve done some digging already. They’re definitely Nic and Neal’s pawns, but just foot soldiers. Kris,
our priority is to oust Neal. If he stays, we all go,” York urged, his anxiety palpable, “Hoping to leverage
their little missteps to dismiss Neal is a long shot.”
“We don’t need to fire him. “Kristin nced cautiously at Rhett, “We’ll wait for him to resign on his own.”
If Neal submitted his resignation, Mr. FitzGerald would have him out before he knew what hit him.
Rhett simply smiled, clearly understanding Kristin’s n.
“You think you can get Neal to resign over a few minor slips? Kristin, did you the wrong side of the
bed?” York was near panic.
wake up on
This was noughing matter. If they couldn’t fire Neal, how could they wait for him to resign?
Kristin looked at Rhett and exined in a low voice, “Neal’s gotten cockytely, thinking thepany
can’t function without him, that Mr. FitzGerald can’t seed without him. Everyone’s wary of him
threatening to take the whole Project Management team with him. That’s why he’s bold enough to bring
his mistress and Nic’s right–hand person into his inner circle.”
Kristin knew that Neal’s increasing audacity meant their moment was approaching.
York still didn’t get it. How did this rte to his resigning voluntarily?
“By Tomorrow at thetest, Mr. FitzGerald will receive his resignation threat, so we need to be prepared
in advance, to prevent the Project Management team from actually following him. We have to expose
Neal’s ‘evidence‘ and make an example of those who need to be made an example of,” Kristin said
earnestly.
Rhett listened intently.
Once in the office, he helped Kristin open her parfait and poured her a warm ss of
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York pointed in shock at the ss. Even the most oblivious could see, “Mr. FitzGerald, since when did
Kristin start using the same mug as you?”
It was then Kristin noticed, Rhett had bought her a water mug, identical to his, looking like a matching
set.
“Do you
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have a problem with that? Want me to get you one too?” Rhett asked with a mock
York shook his head vigorously, “No, that’s not necessary.”
Using the same mug was terrifying. What if he identally switched them one day? Rhett might just go
berserk.
“Go on,” Rhett prompted Kristin to continue.
“Mr. FitzGerald, I need to remind you…” Kristin paused, then spoke again, “If you move against the
Haywood family, you’re sure to rile up Mr. Hob. Once Nic is out, giving her such a ‘gift‘ is like a
p in her face. I’m worried she might y dirty if she can’t win outright.”
Kristin was concerned that Nic could persuade Hob to go after Rhett’s shares.
Even if Rhett sessfully ousted Neal, if his own position was unstable, the danger would be even
greater.
Kristin gazed at Rhett, perplexed as to why a man of his caliber would willingly tread paths riddled with
danger.
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He could have easilyid low, steering clear of the Haywood family and not stirring the pot with
Hob until he was in a stronger position.
Rhett reassured Kristin with a gentle smile, “Don’t worry about it, and I’ve got this under control.”
“Besides, we haven’t even dealt with Neal yet. You’re getting ahead of yourself,” York interjected with
an exasperated look. Kristin was just a young girl, after all, her head in the clouds.
Did she really think Neal would be easy to handle?
Aware of York’s skepticism, Kristin chose not to borate further.
As she handed Rhett some documents to sign, Kristin simultaneously enjoyed a fruit parfait while
scheduling his week, “Mr. FitzGerald, you’ve been invited to the Influx heiress‘ wedding reception
Tomorrow afternoon. Will you be sending a gift, or shall you grace the event with your presence?”
“Mr. FitzGerald doesn’t usually attend weddings,” York muttered under his breath, trying to remind
Kristin. But Kristin’s inquiry was a hopeful nudge for Rhett to make an appearance.
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With a realgned smile, Rhett responded, “It’s your call.”
Kristin beamed with a nod, “Alright, Mr. FitzGerald.”
The heiress of Influx Enterprise was part of Silvergrove City’s elite socialites, and her wedding was
sure to be attended by the crème de crème. Although Rhett held little regard for such gatherings,
these were extraordinary times, and he needed to build his reputation andwork to counterbnce
Hob.
In essence, Kristin’s push for Rhett to attend this high–profile social event was a strategic disy for
Hob and Nic.
The chairman of Influx had extended invites solely to Hob and Rhett, leaving out the rest of the
FitzGerald Group, including Nic and Vincent, whocked the stature to even consider attendance.
Rhett’s presence would be a subtle show of dominance over Nic and Vincent. His years of
networking and credibility in the business world weren’t something Nic and Vincent could usurp with
their petty schemes.
After all, pettiness never won a spotlight on the grand stage.
York, feeling somewhat redundant as Rhett’s right–hand man, looked around before addressing the
elephant in the room, “Mr. FitzGerald, what about Neal? Do I need toe up with another n?”
The urgency in York’s voice was palpable. He was on tenterhooks, questioning whether Kristin’s
approach was reliable.