The Bound Between Us

Chapter 317

Flynn looked like he’d swallowed a fly. He stuttered, “A…Ana, you…you…”

“What’s the matter, Flynn? Catching the stutter virus from Clyde?” Anastasia teased, Get your tongue straight.”

Flynn made up his mind and said, “You’re cheating on my brother, making him a cuckold, this is… this is too much.”

“Too much what?”

A voice suddenly echoed from behind. Turning his head, Flynn saw Herman. He was both surprised and relieved, “Oh, brother, it’s you! I thought she was cheating on you!”

Anastasia and Herman both rolled their eyes.

Herman slapped Flynn on the back of his head, “I think you’re itching for a trip to the Wild West.” Content held by NôvelDrama.Org.

Anastasia picked up the breakfast, “I’m going next door to see my mom, you two brothers chat.”

Flynn waved her off, “Take care. Don’t take my words to heart.”

Anastasia didn’t respond. She didn’t bear grudges with Flynn.

After Anastasia left, Herman sat down for breakfast, “What’s the situation now?”

Anastasia hadn’t mentioned Ashley’s scheme to Herman. Flynn blurted out everything in one go. “Anastasia’s stepmother is pure venom. They hired someone to kidnap sister-in-law last night. And they even tried to extract her bone marrow for their own daughter. It’s beyond outrageous. You must stand up for her.”

Hearing this, Herman felt a pang of guilt and distress. No wonder Anastasia had been startled last night when he’d snuck home. Herman asked gravely, “Did you get any evidence?”

“I even recorded a video.” Flynn pulled out his phone, played the video and showed it to Herman, “HD quality, irrefutable proof.”

Hearing Ashley’s plot against Anastasia in the video, a sharp look flashed in Herman’s eyes. He reflected, “Your sister-in-law might have other plans.”

Anastasia hadn’t called the police and kept the evidence secret; she must have something up her sleeve.

Flynn asked, “So what should we do next? Should we reveal our identity as the Salstrom family? I bet the Mortons would think twice before messing with her.”

“You stay here and follow Anastasia’s lead. Dailey is living next door; he’s responsible for her safety. I have an appointment with Christia from PowerSurge Inc. I’ll be going out for a while.”

Herman didn’t take Flynn’s advice; Anastasia’s opinion was primary in this matter.

Anastasia took the breakfast and went to the next room to see Salma. Seeing Salma busy applying makeup in front of the mirror, she was curious. Anastasia asked, “Mom, do you have a date today?”

After so many years, it was rare for her to see her mother putting on makeup.

“Your father called me early in the morning to watch a movie.” Salma was full of energy, “Ana, your mother was fooled so many times before. This time, I won’t be foolish. Tavon owes us, and I will make him pay.”

This was Queen Salma’s moment.

Anastasia didn’t try to stop her. She leaned on the bathroom door, “What’s your plan, mom?”

“Your dad thinks I know nothing. Let’s keep it that way.” Salma applied lipstick and asked, “Ana, do you think this color suits me?”

Salma had never really taken care of her skin, so even though she used to be pretty, her skin had deteriorated, and makeup didn’t have much of an effect. For years, Salma had been doing labor- intensive work, her body was overworked, and her figure had changed.

Anastasia felt sorry for her mother. She tried to recall a younger Salma from her memory, but it was blurred. To make Salma happy, Anastasia could only smile and say, “It looks good. When my mom dresses up, she’s definitely beautiful.”

Salma smiled, “That’s good. Can you help me with my hair, Ana? Curl it a little, like big waves. That would look good.”

“Sure.”

Anastasia used a curling iron to style Salma’s hair. With a new outfit, Salma looked quite good.

Tavon had already called. Anastasia said, “Mom, have some breakfast before you go.”

*From now on, let your father pay for these meals.” Salma had decided, after so many years of hardship, it was time for Tavon to pay up.

Anastasia couldn’t help but laugh. She didn’t tell Salma about the previous night’s incident. She personally walked her mother out of the hotel.

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Tavon was waiting at the hotel entrance, dressed in a suit, and driving a million-dollar Mercedes, looking like he was ready for a date. Anastasia stopped at the hotel entrance, ignoring Tavon’s attempt to greet her and walked back inside.

Tavon awkwardly pulled his hand back and smilingly opened the car door for Salma, Salma, I’ve already bought the movie tickets. It stars your favorite actor.” Salma got into the car, “I don’t want to watch a movie anymore. The weather is getting chilly; let’s go shopping for some clothes.”

Tavon was taken aback. Salma had never asked him to buy anything before. Salma glanced at him, “What’s wrong? No time?”

“No, not at all.” Tavon smiled, “It’s my fault for not considering it earlier. I should have taken you shopping for new clothes long ago. Let’s go, you can buy whatever you want today.”

Tavon was only being polite. He didn’t expect Salma to really ask him to buy anything. However, Salma proved him wrong. She went on a full-blown shopping spree, piling up clothes to be packed. She also bought a lot of designer clothes for Anastasia.

Salma didn’t know brands. She only picked the expensive ones. As long as it hurt Tavon’s pocket, it was fine. After buying clothes, Salma entered a jewelry store and picked a set of gold jewelry, a diamond ring, and a string of pearl.

Salma always double ordered when shopping; one for herself and one for Anastasia. Tavon, having no say in the matter, simply footed the bill.

As Tavon paraded through the city with Salma, flaunting their luxurious jewelry purchases, Ashley quickly received an anonymous tip-off. She too was a VIP customer of these jewelry stores and had her informants planted everywhere.

Upon learning that Tavon had bought Salma jewelry worth millions, Ashley was instantly incensed and called Tavon. Tavon didn’t dare to answer, he simply muted his phone.

Salma noticed Tavon’s little charade but pretended not to. Then she casually mentioned, “Tavon, I find the air in Willowbrook very pleasant, and it’s a great place to live. Where is that house you said you bought for Ana? I have some free time today, and it would be a good opportunity to go see it and buy some additional

furniture.”

Hearing this, Tavon was delighted, “Salma, are you and Ana planning to settle down in Willowbrook?”

“We’re considering it.” Salma was now clever with her words, leaving Tavon hanging on her

every word.

At this, Tavon seized the opportunity to say, “Salma, if you and Ana really settle down in Willowbrook, I’d be so happy. Ana is smart. I plan to let her help out in the

company.”

Salma feigned cooperation, “That would be wonderful. I’ve also mentioned this to Ana. I hope we three can always be together.”

What Salma meant by ‘we three’ was a subtle hint for Tavon to divorce Ashley. Tavon wasn’t foolish, he understood her implication but he couldn’t respond to it. How could he possibly divorce Ashley? Ashley’s family was a great help to his company, whereas Salma, frankly speaking, couldn’t help him at all.

Tavon pretended not to understand and said, “Salma, my wish is the same as yours-a harmonious family. Shall we look at more jewelry and clothes?”

“Let’s keep shopping. I saw a furniture store over there. Let’s go directly.” Salma suggested, “I’ll buy the furniture for Ana’s new house. She won’t be able to say anything then.”

“That’s a good idea.” Tavon agreed, “Let’s go have a look.”

They went to the nearby furniture section. Salma only looked at the expensive items, dining tables for tens of thousands, beds for hundreds of thousands. Tavon watched from the side. Although it pained him to spend so much money, he couldn’t let it show on his face.

It wasn’t long before Salma spotted à familiar figure entering the store..

“Salma, you’ve got some nerve, bringing my husband here to buy furniture. What are you trying to imply?”

Ashley had furiously arrived.

Salma had anticipated that Ashley would show up.

Looking at the fúrious Ashley, Salma feigned surprise. She glanced at Tavon and said, “It was Tavon who brought me here. Don’t you know that he bought a house for Ana? We’re here to get furniture for Ana’s new place.”

Salma’s words successfully added fuel to the fire, effectively deflecting Ashley’s anger. Ashley immediately lashed out at Tavon, “What? Are you planning to have another family? That house was supposed to be for Sandy. How could you really give it to that brat? You’re buying furniture and millions worth of jewelry, Tavon, is this how you treat me?”

Ashley got angry and started saying whatever was on her mind. Tavon’s face darkened, but he couldn’t silence Ashley with his glare.

Ashley’s outburst attracted the curious glances of both the furniture store’s salesperson and the customers who were shopping for furniture.

Tavon could only try to calm her down, “Go home, why are you making a scene here?”