The Bound Between Us

Chapter 11

Salma had been holding her breath for this moment. Herman’s promise gave her a sense of tranquility “Herman, now that you two are hitched, as a mother, I just want you to live happily, work together, and make every day count. That would ease my mind.”

With affection in her voice, Salma said, “Ana’s been without a father since she was a child. It was me who raised her alone. I want her happiness more than anyone else If Anastasia steps out of line, send her back, I’ll set her straight”

Even if there was a mistake, her daughter should be disciplined by her, not by others. No one should lay a finger on her.

Touched, Anastasia managed to whisper, “Mom”

Herman glanced at Anastasia, then solemnly promised Salma, Tll give Anastasia the good life she deserves. The men of the Salstrom family took their marriage vows seriously. As long as Anastasia was willing to spend the rest of her life with him, he wouldn’t let her down.

Anastasia looked at Herman, and despite only having met three times, and not really having any emotional connection, his every word and deed gave her

a sense of security.

restaurant’s food a try and

a bite and was pleasantly surprised. “This is so delicious! I’ve never been to such a fancy place before or had a

said, “I’ll make more money and bring you here once

her hands, smiling. That won’t be necessary. You work hard for

softened. Anastasia was such an easily contented woman. Her smile was lovely,

them showing mutual respect, Salma’s smile deepened.

private booth, Flynn, who was also dining at the restaurant, was taken aback when he spotted Herman through a crack in the door. Did his eyes deceive him? Was his brother having a meal

was indeed his brother.

door crack. He was stunned by what he saw. The woman was quite old.

Salma sitting and dining together while Anastasia was in the

Elysian Technologies. But here, he was simply Salma’s son–in–law. He was simply following

from his mother, he had never seen his brother be so considerate of a woman. So, his brother

accidentally pushed the door open and almost

and Salma involuntarily turn their heads. Herman frowned, while Salma curiously asked, “Who might you be?”