The Bound Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 381

Chapter 381 

Gianna had a revelation. Divorce was a hassle, so why not enjoy the situation she found herself in? 

Marital assets, she took them all, and Joey couldn’t do a thing about it. Joey’s betrayal, his deception, she could retaliate for all of it. Given Joey’s physical condition, he wouldn’t last much longer. Once he was gone, things would be even simpler – she would directly inherit all of Joey’s assets. 

Using Joey’s money to live a carefree life, what could be better? 

As for Joey’s parents, the Edmunds, they had nothing to do with her. She had no obligation to care for them. 

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Seeing Joey speechless in rage, Gianna felt a perverse sense of satisfaction. 

Just as Joey was about to retort, a foul smell filled the room. He had lost control of his bowels and was soiling the bed. 

Gianna covered her nose in disgust. “What goes around, comes around.” 

At that moment, Joey’s pride as a man was completely shattered. The humiliation was so intense that he felt like he could bash his head against a wall. 

A perfectly healthy individual was now paralyzed, incontinent, and unable to take care of himself. It was a blow to his dignity. It was a fate worse than death. 

Gianna turned away in disgust and left the room. As she left, she told the concerned Edmunds, “Go in, your son has soiled himself.” With that, she left the hospital, leaving behind the distraught parents. 

Seeing their son in this state, the Edmunds were heartbroken and somewhat repulsed. Ricardo never took care of Joey’s dirty work, and Carmen, having been pampered all these years, wouldn’t know how to handle it. They had to hire a caretaker. 

The disdain from his parents was the final straw for Joey. The caretaker, a stranger, also him repulsive. 

The Edmunds waited outside while the caretaker, wearing a mask, rudely cleaned Joey. Joey kept his eyes closed, not daring to meet the caretaker’s disgusted gaze. 

As for the Edmunds’ mistress, she disappeared without a trace after hearing about Joey’s paralysis, keeping a safe distance to avoid any involvement. 

Joey was now a burden; he was no match for Gianna. The police had concluded it was an accident. 

Gianna, being Joey’s wife, was willing to care for him, so the police wouldn’t bother her. 

Gianna’s life was now no different from a widow’s. She was free and carefree. Since Herman had helped her, she bought a thank-you gift and headed to Elysian Technologies. 

Upon reaching the company, the receptionist politely asked, “Do you have an appointment?” 

Gianna shook her head. “No, but I know Mr. Salstrom.” 

The receptionist smiled and responded, “I’m sorry, but I can’t let you in without an appointment.” 

With no other option, Gianna stepped aside to call Herman. As she did, she overheard the receptionist gossiping with a coworker, “So many women come to see Mr. Salstrom every day, claiming to know him. Who knows if they’re telling the truth.” 

Gianna’s face turned red with anger and embarrassment. She wanted to argue but knew she was in the wrong. Her intentions had been exposed, making her feel deeply ashamed.