The Bound Between Us

Chapter 627

Herman and Anastasia's faces tightened at the news.

Herman asked coolly, "Julie came to see you? Well, you're the father of her child, so it's only natural she'd seek you out."

Anastasia provocatively asked Herman, "Isn't keeping secrets like harboring a criminal? Wouldn't that make you an accomplice?" Joseph remained silent.

Glancing at Herman, Joseph said with a hint of sarcasm, "The head of the Salstrom family offering a million-dollar reward? Isn't that a bit childish? If the bounty were bigger, I might be tempted to spill some beans."

Of course, Joseph wasn't about to confess he'd seen Julie. His words were intentionally vague.

Just then, the nanny caring for Daria approached, "Sir, Daria won't stop crying. I think she needs you."

"Useless, can't even settle a child," Joseph muttered before telling Herman, "I'll go check on her." He followed the nanny out.

had mixed feelings about his son, but blood ties run deep, and as his

turned to Herman, "Do you think Joseph

replied. "But getting the truth from Joseph is unlikely. The police are on it, and it seems Julie is still in Riverdale. Be careful when you go out,

fear, she decided to

Anastasia realized she might be the perfect bait

of not provoking others unless provoked. However, some people would cause

alone. The enmity between women was something men couldn't fathom, just as Gianna's

also feared for Pattie's safety. Some threats were unavoidable, and the only solution was to nip

Anastasia joined her for dinner, then returned to Southridge Estates, choosing

a place once lived in by Grannie Anita. Some things, though unspoken, were mutually understood. Determined to lure Julie out, Anastasia arranged to meet Jason the next

dressed modestly and with a friendly face, seemed instantly familiar

ensure Anastasia's comfort and to avoid unnecessary complications. Given Pattie was a girl, a male teacher was out of the question. Herman had spent a long time selecting Liana for her decent looks, reputable character,

her extensive teaching experience, was more than qualified to teach

introduced herself, "Good to meet you, madam.