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."

sincere about this. How about we discuss the South Bay Project over dinner? I'll concede two percent of the profits

the profits meant billions. She'd intended to use this situation to make Jarod back down, but

contemplation, she replied evenly, "If Mr. Jarod is that sincere, then I'll see you

right outside your office. Just come

done his research, knowing Anastasia was at the office, which was why he was waiting at the entrance

the call without

would you like me

working late tonight," Anastasia replied, not wanting to meet

entrance. In an attempt to make amends, he'd even brought a

about ten minutes,

a broad

a little something as

presented a pearl necklace, even larger than the one Katelyn had once given

Anastasia didn't

accept it, her

appreciate the gesture, but you can keep the necklace. After all, Mr. Jarod has already

It wasn't about the cost; Anastasia simply didn't accept

other

the oversight," Jarod said

like to join me in my car, Ms.

is waiting over there," Anastasia replied. "I know a great diner that serves

Jarod agreed. "Lead the way,