The Bound Between Us

Chapter 216

Though Herman’s tone was frosty, it had a commanding undertone. Monica was unable to resist and had no choice but to send Herman the address.

Forty minutes later, the doorbell rang.

Herman appeared at the door, asking, “Where’s Anastasia?”

“She’s asleep in her room. You think I’d whisk Anastasia away or somehow negatively influence her? You’re wound up tight.” Monica was somewhat scared of Herman.

Herman stepped into the room and relaxed a bit when he saw that Anastasia was sound asleep.

Softly exiting the room, Herman remarked, “She’s been a bit off today. You’re her best friend. You need to comfort her. Otherwise, she might get all twisted up.”

Monica eyed Herman, his words giving her the impression that he knew something.

said with a laugh, “Don’t worry. Anastasia and I are tight. Her problems are my problems. She’s probably just upset about

prevent Herman

didn’t believe Monica’s words, but

asleep. If you’re worried, I

accepted

actually took her up on the offer.

glanced at Herman’s chiseled features and cautiously asked, “Herman, when are you going to hold a wedding with Anastasia? Every girl dreams of wearing a wedding dress. You can’t just get married

might not have answered, but Monica was Anastasia’s bestie, so it was a different

voice tinged with regret, “I’ll pick another

ease.” Monica said, smiling as she watched Herman’s affectionate demeanor. She decided to make a cup of coffee for him, “I’m looking forward to your wedding. And remember, you better not bully Anastasia. Otherwise, I won’t let

beans, Monica quickly corrected herself, “Even if you are the most handsome man,

my identity after that incident at Blissful Beat. You’ve been keeping it from Anastasia because you know

back. Indeed, I found out that you’re the CEO of Elysian Technologies after seeing you at Blissful Beat. At first, I thought you were just fooling around with Anastasia. I was worried that Anastasia wouldn’t be able to bear the pain of deception, so I’ve been observing you from the shadows.”