The Bound Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 320

Chapter 320 

Salma had a change of heart and wanted to go back to Riverdale, which surprised Anastasia. Just yesterday, she had been urging Anastasia to fight for her share of the family fortune. Now she was giving up? 

Anastasia couldn’t stay in Willowbrook forever; she needed to return to her company. Pattie had been with Katelyn all this time, and Anastasia missed her. 

“Alright, I’ll ask Herman when he’s going back,” Anastasia said. “He’s meeting a client and will be back later.” 

“Is my son-in-law here?” Salma recalled seeing Flynn at the mall and asked, “Did he come with his cousin?” 

“Herman arrived last night, and Flynn came with me yesterday,” Anastasia said. “And Flynn isn’t Herman’s cousin; he’s his brother.” 

Now that Salma saw Tavon for who he was and wanted to return to Riverdale, Anastasia didn’t see the point in hiding anything anymore. 

“Real brother?” Salma was puzzled. “How? Isn’t Herman an orphan with no family?” 

Anastasia laughed, “That was a lie Herman told. When we first met at Cafe Bliss, I had mistaken him for someone else. But he played along and we ended up getting married. He’s actually the head of Elysian Technologies, and Flynn is his real brother. His aunt and uncle are his real parents.” 

Salma was baffled, “Ana, let me get this straight. Herman isn’t who you thought he was, and his aunt and uncle are his real parents? Why does this family lie so much? And what does the head of Elysian Technologies do?” 

“He’s the CEO of a big company,” Anastasia explained. “I didn’t know that his aunt was my mother-in-law before, but now that I do, I should pay her a formal visit.” 

Salma didn’t understand all of this, but when it came to Katelyn, she was quite pleased with her. “You should definitely pay a visit. Now that you know, it’s only right to pay her a visit as a sign of respect,” Salma agreed. “His aunt… no, your mother-in-law is a good person and treats you well. I’m relieved to see you have such good in-laws. But do they know about your past?” 

“I’ve only been honest with Herman,” Anastasia said. “Herman thinks there’s no need to bring up the past.” 

“That’s true. You’re living a peaceful and happy life now. There’s no need to dig up the past and possibly upset your in-laws,” Salma agreed. 

Anastasia pursed her lips and said, “I still need to find that child. We’ll see when the time comes.” 

“Why are you so stubborn?” Salma sighed. 

Anastasia changed the subject, “I’ll text Herman and ask when he’s done with his work.” 

She needed to find that child. If not, she would have regrets for the rest of her life. 

As long as Ashley and Tavon didn’t cause any trouble, Anastasia wouldn’t expose Ashley’s kidnapping plot. But she would keep the evidence just in case. Anastasia sent Herman a text. At that moment, Herman was at an upscale club by the Willowbrook river, having tea with the chairman of PowerSurge Inc., Christia. 

Christia was especially enthusiastic about Herman’s visit. She had cleared her schedule just to meet Herman/Christia was older than Herman, nearing forty. She was known as the Iron Lady in the industry and was as capable as any man. Yet, in front of Herman, she had no airs. “Mr. Salstrom, I’ve been looking forward to your visit to Willowbrook. I hope you’ll stay for a few days and enjoy the scenery,” she said. 

Herman glanced at the message from Anastasia and smiled at Christia, “I appreciate your hospitality. Willowbrook is indeed a nice place.” Christia was smart. She knew Herman didn’t come to Willowbrook for business, so she didn’t bring up any work-related topics. Building a relationship was the priority. 

“Next time, I hope you can bring Mrs. Salstrom and enjoy Willowbrook together,” Christia said. 

“Definitely,” Herman replied, raising his teacup. “But I’ll have to invite you to visit Riverdale first. If you’re free on the 8th of next month, do visit Riverdale.” Christia was well aware of Elysian Technologies’ annual celebration. Being invited made her glad. 

“I will definitely visit Riverdale on the 8th of next month. Now it’s the young people’s world,, and I have much to learn from Mr. Salstrom,” Christia said modestly. 

Herman chuckled, “You’re too humble.” 

After receiving Anastasia’s text, Herman didn’t plan to stay much longer. He even declined Christia’s dinner invitation and excused himself. Christia stood up to see him off, accompanying him to the club’s entrance. Just then, the irritated Tavon arrived with a client to discuss business and happened to see Herman with Christia. 

In Willowbrook, there was hardly anyone who didn’t know Christia. Tavon was quite surprised, “How did he show up with Christia?” 

Christia was treating Herman with an unusual degree of respect, something no one in the Willowbrook had ever seen before. She even personally opened the car door for him. 

The man next to Tavon commented, “Christia sure knows how to play her cards. I wonder what magic she used to invite the big shot from Elysian Technologies all the way from Riverdale. You have to admire a woman like that. If word gets out that she met with the CEO of Elysian Technologies, PowerSurge Inc. stocks will surely skyrocket.” 

Upon hearing this, Tavon gasped, “The Elysian Technologies big shot? Where?” 

“Isn’t that the guy who just got into the car? Tavon, are you out of your mind? You don’t even recognize the big shot of Elysian Technologies?” 

“He’s the Elysian Technologies big shot?” Tavon was stunned, finally realizing why Herman looked so familiar.