The Bound Between Us

Chapter 270

Tavon sought out Salma, and from the get-go, his intentions weren’t exactly pure as the driven snow. Ashley had already put her foot down, demanding that Salma and Anastasia be lured to Willowbrook ASAP.

Tavon took Salma and Pattie to McDonald’s, ordered a burger for Pattie and with great enthusiasm, poured Salma a cup of milk from a meal deal.

Salma sneezed and Tavon promptly whipped off his jacket and draped it over her, saying, “Salma, it’s getting chilly in Riverdale. You gotta watch out for your health. Keep warm next time you’re out.”

Tavon’s actions were indeed attention-grabbing. Even though he was over fifty, he was still a looker, dressed sharp and exuding a masculine charm. With a watch and designer clothes worth a small fortune, his vibe was off the charts.

Salma was a bit flustered, “Thanks.”

Tavon laughed it off, “No need for formalities.”

to Pattie, “Pattie, eat up. I’ll buy you

on Tavon. Kids were sharp; they could sniff out a phony y from a mile away. Pattie stayed silent

a real headache. I can’t stick around Riverdale much longer. I’ll be heading back to Willowbrook in a few days. Have you and Ana thought about

I haven’t mentioned this to her yet.”

the Morton family values blood ties. I’ve already told the family I want to acknowledge Ana as my daughter, have her return to her roots.” Tavon

Tavon’s regard for Anastasia, Salma felt reassured. She replied,

Ana?” Tavon asked.

Bay.” Salma grinned, “Those two are

along, “What

get it, but he’s really ambitious and a good guy. Just had a rough hand dealt to him, lost his parents early and

circumstances, Tavon felt relieved. A poor orphan with no connections, even if he did get a bone marrow transplant from

up. There are plenty of IT companies in Willowbrook, and I know lots of big wigs. I can easily hook him up with a better job, with a salary of