The Bound Between Us

Chapter 546

Ashley was always the spitfire, quick to take action. She had everything planned out long before Anastasia and Salma arrived, ready to seize the moment.

They climbed the stairs together and soon found themselves in the bedroom where Tavon lay, bedridden from a stroke. Despite his condition, Tavon looked well cared for his clothes were neat, his complexion healthy, and there was no sign of neglect. Sandy, sounding defensive, said, "Ever since Dad had the stroke, Mom's been taking care of him. You've got it all wrong about her. Dad's accident was just that—an accident. No one could've predicted it."

Tavon's stroke-stricken face lit up with emotion upon seeing Anastasia and Salma. He made muffled sounds, trying desperately to speak, and his eyes blinked rapidly.

Ashley, seething, snapped, "Tavon, you ungrateful man! I've been by your side this whole time and you've never made a peep. But here you are, all excited for these two hussies."

"Tavon," Salma murmured, her heart aching seeing him unable to speak.

Anastasia stepped forward. "Dad."

for Anastasia, but his stiff

You little brat, don't throw that word around," Ashley sneered. "Look, he's sick, but I've been taking good care of him. Whoever you think hurt him, if you keep causing a scene like this, I'll call the cops." "Mom, don't talk like

Sandy reassured Anastasia, "You and Auntie are welcome to see Dad

being polite and reasonable. Sandy's gracious demeanor made

matching Sandy's. "It's just such a shock

a lot of comforting words from me before she could even

"What does the doctor say? Is

atrophy. At his age, his recovery is just not what it

well. Seems like he's got a knack for business." Anastasia was somewhat taken aback by the state of Morton Group's affairs. Knowing Sean only briefly, she could tell he was impulsive and not exactly stellar in management. Yet his early accomplishments as the head of the company were impressive, with bold decisions that didn't seem characteristic

help

with pride. "Of course my son is capable. If only Tavon had handed over control sooner, the company might