Chapter 494

Herman mused with a trace of irony, "The Browns sure are ambitious."

Years of navigating the cutthroat business world had honed Herman's instincts; the Browns' subtle maneuvers were transparent to him.

"Boss," Dailey said, worry etched on his face, "Uncle suggested Joseph rejoin the Salstrom clan. If he marries into the Browns after that, it's obvious he's after your position. Are you really okay with Joseph coming back to the Salstroms? After that last showdown at the family hall, those old timers were definitely swayed by Joseph. If he gets back into the family, he'll be a ticking time bomb."

Herman's expression turned icy. "Then we'll cut off his escape routes. Keep a close eye on the Browns."

Dailey looked puzzled. "Boss, are you going to make a move against the Browns?"

Herman's voice carried a deep meaning. "Everything comes with a price."

If Julie hadn't used Granny Anita as a pawn, she wouldn't have cast doubt on Anastasia's unborn child, and they wouldn't be in this mess.

At that moment, Herman could barely contain his desire to tear Julie to shreds.

The Browns had outlived their usefulness.

a downtown intersection waiting for the light, Herman's gaze fell on a familiar figure

Anastasia.

crowd, he recognized her

he steeled himself, not letting his emotions show. He allowed himself to greedily watch her retreating back for just

piercing gaze on her. As if by instinct,

she stumbled forward involuntarily. She knew he was in there, watching

view, but she felt it in her bones-Herman

traffic, Anastasia's gaze lingered before fading. "Anastasia, come on, what are you

suppressing the pain in her heart. "Nothing. Let's

they were now strangers passing without

would never

ascended the stairs, with Dailey

Dailey had an inkling why his boss had returned

renovations, Herman had built a playground for Pattie, and when

nursery, recalling days spent decorating with

on a small wooden rocking horse, his eyes reddening.

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