The Bound Between Us

Deep down, Herman really didn't want Jason to get involved.

This case was bound to mess with Jason's career.

But knowing Jason, once he stepped in, he'd go all the way.

Jason said, "Alright, I'll go find Devin."

"Devin's basically a fugitive now-he's hiding out up on Liberty Hill."

Jason raised an eyebrow. "He get tipped off early? Was he part of the kidnapping?"

"No, that's not it..." Herman hesitated, then admitted, "He got caught sleeping with Mr. Walker's wife. When that blew up, he ran."

Jason gaped, speechless for a second, then let out a low whistle.

"Herman, seriously, how much more drama is going on here?" For once, Jason let his curiosity run wild. This had nothing to do with official business-he was just straight up gossiping.

Men can be just as nosy as women, after all.

Herman gave him a sly look. "You really wanna know? Go ask Devin yourself."

“Herman, don't torture me. Come on, spill it," Jason pressed, sounding half- annoyed, half-amused. "Or I swear, I'll drop this case right now."

Herman just smiled and took a slow sip of tea, acting like he had all the time in the world.

second, then guessed, "Is

Nailed it.

didn't say a word he just shot Jason a look

Devin's kid, and Autumn kidnapped Anastasia for revenge. Now Autumn's pregnant again? At her age, that's something. Mr. Walker knows about the affair but

made it clear-he's protecting Autumn, no questions asked. A man's gotta look out

The message was obvious.

the same for

his head in disbelief. "That's... impressive, honestly. I don't know any man who'd

glanced at Herman.

ет

Hill. You keep your distance. From now

private meetings. s

not with this case. If they had

if Herman got involved, things could

all, Anastasia had barely

make it out alive," Herman said quietly. "My wife

easy," Jason admitted. "Rowan's blaming Autumn for everything. If he pisses off Mr. Walker someone'll take care of him

you," Herman said, his voice steady. "Just keep Rowan

long as this case is

Herman said, raising his teacup.

men, a look and a

had fallen by

Herman went their separate