The Bound Between Us

Chapter 474

As Tavon took in Salma's words, a wave of calm washed over him. "Salma," he said with a reassuring smile, "if our son-in-law isn't worried, then we shouldn't be either. It seems our daughter has quite the hold on him. As long as he's smitten with Ana, this will all work out." Salma hadn't considered this angle. All she knew was that every day Anastasia spent at the police station was another day of unrest for her.

"The Hendersons won't let this go," she fretted. "This is a murder case. If Ana ends up in prison, it's all over."

Tavon acknowledged the gravity of the situation. "Don't panic just yet," he said. "I'll be there soon."

"Okay," Salma hung up, pacing the living room with a nervous energy that refused to settle. "Sis, Sis!"

It was Cynthia's voice, calling even before she entered.

Cynthia outside. She hurried to let her

a storm for Salma-it meant having someone to talk to. Her

sister. In front of her sister, there was no need for pretenses, and her genuine

helplessness, and worry were on full display, as

news. Ana's been accused of murder. I rushed over. Sis, tell me what happened. Did Ana really kill someone? Is

asked, "Could Ana really be

how Salma

was in trouble, Cynthia had been consumed by worry. Salma's comfort had been welcome then, but now that she didn't need it, the past seemed less genuine. The gratitude and sisterly bond seemed fleeting, easily shattered. Entering the house, Cynthia couldn't help but envy the luxurious villa. It irked her that Salma lived in such splendor-a splendor she had never known. Deep down, Cynthia looked down on Salma, believing she lived off her daughter's success and was vain.

chair. It's my fault. Ana wanted my homemade apple pie yesterday. I should've sensed something was off. She told me to take good care of Pattie-as if