The Bound Between Us

Chapter 940

Joseph couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.

The Walkers were all smiles, making him their godson, but behind the scenes,

they kept finding ways to cozy up to Daria. It was obvious—Autumn was here for

Daria. But what could a little kid possibly have that made Mr. Walker go out of his

way to welcome Joseph into the family?

He turned to Caterina. “When Autumn was with Daria, did she say anything?

Mention Julie at all?”

Caterina shook her head. "Mrs. Walker just spoiled Daria—bought her toys,

played with her, that's it. I never heard her bring up Julie."

"If Autumn ever wants to see Daria again, call me first," Joseph said, waving her

off. "That's all. You can go."

Relief washed over Caterina. She almost couldn't believe Joseph wasn't going to

press the issue.

The truth was, Joseph didn't want to keep swapping out nannies—Daria was fond

of Caterina, and that made things easier. As for whatever Caterina was scheming,

Joseph wasn't blind. He could guess well enough.

Ever since Julie's passing, Joseph had heard her name pop up more than once—

all because of Daria. It suddenly struck him: he'd never asked who had claimed

Julie's body.

Rowan's wounds had been tended to, but he'd spent the

turning, the pain making sleep impossible and

all night by his side, refusing to

“Closed” sign hung in the window—she only had

for Rowan.

Anastasia pulled up outside, saw the sign, and peeked

Ms.

a little surprised to see her.

Rowan,

opened the door.

in, arms full of groceries

Hanna said, exasperated. "Didn't

eaten a thing since yesterday. If the pain doesn't

“Mind if I check in

nodded down the hall. “You

to tag along.

want to see the

looked at Anastasia—she knew

just feel jealous,

little sad.

“Thanks.” Anastasia slipped inside.

had heard

fumbling to pull his

to hide the worst of

He didn't want

of him throbbed, but he

The door creaked open.

saw Rowan bundled up. "Are you cold or

she asked.

his head.

set her things on the nightstand, keeping a respectful

get better, okay? Your health is

Rowan said, sounding steady, but inside he was a jumble—happy

nervous, and not sure what

"If you need anything, just call.