The Bound Between Us

Chapter 216

Though Herman’s tone was frosty, it had a commanding undertone. Monica was unable to resist and had no choice but to send Herman the address.

Forty minutes later, the doorbell rang.

Herman appeared at the door, asking, “Where’s Anastasia?”

“She’s asleep in her room. You think I’d whisk Anastasia away or somehow negatively influence her? You’re wound up tight.” Monica was somewhat scared of Herman.

Herman stepped into the room and relaxed a bit when he saw that Anastasia was sound asleep.

Softly exiting the room, Herman remarked, “She’s been a bit off today. You’re her best friend. You need to comfort her. Otherwise, she might get all twisted up.”

Monica eyed Herman, his words giving her the impression that he knew something.

Anastasia quite well.” Monica said with a laugh, “Don’t worry. Anastasia and I are tight. Her problems are my problems. She’s probably just upset about Salma getting injured,

to prevent Herman from getting

naturally didn’t believe Monica’s words, but chose not to press

If you’re worried, I can

Herman accepted without

polite, but Herman actually took her up on

Anastasia? Every girl dreams of wearing a wedding dress. You can’t just get married on paper without a

had asked this question, Herman might not have answered, but Monica was Anastasia’s bestie, so it was a different story. Herman could tell that Monica genuinely cared for

had planned to propose to Anastasia on her birthday, but after her accident, that plan got delayed.” Herman said, his voice tinged with regret, “I’ll pick another day to throw a grand wedding for Anastasia. My woman deserves a wedding,

as she watched Herman’s affectionate demeanor. She decided to make a cup of coffee for him, “I’m looking forward to your wedding. And remember, you better not bully Anastasia. Otherwise, I won’t let you off the

“Even if you are

smiled and said, “You must’ve figured out my identity after that incident at Blissful Beat. You’ve been keeping it from Anastasia because you know her personality. Monica, Anastasia

longer hid the truth, “If I had known earlier that you already knew I had,discovered your secret, I wouldn’t have held back. Indeed, I found out that you’re the CEO of Elysian Technologies after seeing you at Blissful Beat. At first, I thought you

and said, “It seems I’ve passed your