The Bound Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 304

Chapter 304 

Tavon was a bit surprised but didn’t think too much about it. After telling Salma to get some rest, he arranged a room for Anastasia and then took off. 

Once Tavon was gone, Salma held Anastasia’s hand and said earnestly, “Ana, no matter what he does, he’s still your dad. You always call him Tavon. That’s not quite right. You guys are father and daughter, and I hope you can get along.” 

Anastasia sighed inwardly, feeling a sense of helplessness. Her mother’s obsession with love was troubling. On one hand, Anastasia didn’t want Salma to see Tavon’s true colors, on the other, she was worried about Salma getting hurt. She wished Tavon had never shown up, then she and her mother could live peacefully. 

Changing the subject, Anastasia asked, “Mom, do you want some fruit? I can peel it for you.” 

Salma nodded, understanding Anastasia’s intention. As she peeled an apple, Anastasia casually asked, “Mom, when do you plan on going back? If you’re feeling well, you should head back to Riverdale. You’ve been living there a long tim. You should be able to adjust.” 

Without directly exposing Salma’s fake illness, Anastasia’s words still made one feel a bit uneasy. Salma, feeling a bit nervous, said, “I’ll stay a few more days. Since you’re in Willowbrook, you can look around. Speaking of which, does Herman know you’re here?” 

“Uh-huh, he knows.” Anastasia replied, not ready to reveal to her mother Herman’s true identity. 

Salma was currently smitten with Tavon and could easily spill the beans. Anastasia might not be in the business world, but she knew some things were better left unsaid. If Tavon found out Herman was the head of Elysian Technologies, he might get some ideas, and that would be a problem. 

Salma, oblivious to Anastasia’s concerns, cautiously said, “Ana, your dad was really happy you came to Willowbrook. He even prepared a welcome ceremony for you. When you meet Sandy and Sean tonight, don’t get into a fight with them, and no matter what Ashley says, don’t take it to heart…” 

“Mom, what’s your real intention for wanting me to fit into the Morton family?” Anastasia interrupted Salma. “If it’s to help you reclaim what’s rightfully yours, I won’t hesitate to do it. But if it’s just to please Tavon and them, I can’t guarantee I won’t do something they won’t like.” 

Salma was taken aback, looking at Anastasia with her mouth agape, unable to find the words to say. “I never wanted to fight with Ashley for anything.” Salma said. “I just want you to get along with your dad and be accepted by the Morton family.” 

Anastasia understood. Her mother had a complex about not being accepted by the Morton family over twenty years ago, and now she was pinning those hopes on her. Anastasia hugged Salma tightly. “Alright, I promise.” 

Anastasia didn’t want to blame her mother for her foolishness and confusion; she was just full of pity. After spending some time with Salma, Anastasia went back to her own room with her luggage. She organized her stuff and checked the room for anything suspicious. She didn’t trust Tavon. 

Flynn returned home before the welcome banquet and gave Anastasia the news. “I’ve checked, the Morton family lives quite far from here, in the completely opposite direction, about fifty kilometers away.” 

As Flynn sipped his water, he continued, “I also asked about Sandy’s condition. Her leukemia is very serious. They haven’t found a suitable bone marrow donor, so her life could be at risk at any moment.”