The Bound Between Us

Chapter 776

Anastasia grabbed her jacket from the couch, slipping it on as she said, "No need for us to clean up. Jarod will handle it. He might not even be in Riverdale anymore. If I'm right, he'll reach out today or by tomorrow morning at the latest."

Just then, her phone buzzed. It was Jarod.

She flashed the caller ID at Henry with a smirk. "Speak of the devil."

Her vibrant red lips curved into a smile, a captivating sight that could ensnare anyone's attention.

Henry was momentarily taken aback by her striking beauty, but he quickly regained his composure and chuckled. "Impressive."

A smart and beautiful woman was undeniably enchanting. Henry admired Anastasia but knew better than to entertain any romantic ideas. He was well aware that Anastasia belonged to Herman. Whether Herman was present or not, she was out of his league.

Unaware of Henry's thoughts, Anastasia answered the call. Jarod's voice came through, trying to sound conciliatory. "Ms. Anastasia, are you done with work? I'm downstairs at your office. How about we grab a late-night snack? Last night's incident was a complete misunderstanding, all thanks to that scoundrel Tristan ruining my reputation. I've already dealt with him."

"Not interested," Anastasia replied coolly. "I have no idea what happened with Tristan. As for last night, Mr. Jarod, I remember it all too clearly."

She was intentionally distancing herself from the situation. Whatever Jarod had done to Tristan was not her concern; she was merely a 'victim' in all this.

"Come on, Ms. Anastasia, it really was a misunderstanding. Don't hold a grudge over this," Jarod insisted, eager to stay on Anastasia's good side. It wasn't just her looks and intelligence; it was also because she was backed by Elysian Technologies.

Even without Herman, Elysian Technologies remained a powerhouse. Now that Anastasia was a widow, Jarod was eager to make a good impression on her.

Anastasia's voice turned icy. "Mr. Jarod, are you implying I'm holding a grudge? If that's the case, there's no need to collaborate on the South Bay Project anymore."

collaborate," Jarod hurriedly said. "Ms. Anastasia, I'm sincere about this. How about we discuss the South Bay Project over dinner? I'll concede

aback. Giving up two percent of the profits meant billions. She'd intended to use this situation to make Jarod

replied evenly, "If Mr. Jarod is that sincere, then

"I'm right outside your office. Just come out the front door,

was at the office, which was why he was

call without

offered, "Ma'am, would you

for working late tonight," Anastasia replied, not wanting

office entrance. In an attempt to make

minutes,

a broad smile, moving forward eagerly.

for last night. Here's a little

even larger than the one Katelyn had once

Anastasia didn't

accept it, her

necklace. After all, Mr. Jarod has already conceded two percent, how could accept such an

about the cost; Anastasia simply

men other

for the oversight," Jarod said with a grin.

Would you like to join me in my car,

is waiting over there," Anastasia replied. "I know a great diner that serves delicious late night snacks. Would you like

"Lead the