The Bound Between Us

Chapter 325

Herman and Anastasia had been married for almost six months, and this was the first time both families had sat down together for a meal. This was very different from the casual dinners they used to have at Harmony Meadows.

A table loaded with a feast of food, from crab-stuffed bread, king crab, and abalone to clam chowder, all rich in nutrients. A lavish crystal chandelier hung overhead, and even the dining table was made of teak. The dishes, bowls, and cutlery were all collectibles, costing a fortune.

With eight household staff, not counting the driver and the gardener, this extravagant lifestyle was typical for the Salstroms but overwhelming for Anastasia and

Salma.

Anastasia was on tenterhooks all evening, nowhere near as relaxed as she was at Harmony Meadows. Salma, too, had a hard time with seafood and was prone to making a fool of herself. In that moment, Anastasia truly realized the gap between her and Herman. A sense of inferiority swept over her, but she had to maintain a

smile.

“Ana, eat this crab leg, it’s all meat. It’s good for your skin and won’t make you gain weight,” Katelyn enthusiastically served Anastasia some food.

Anastasia smiled faintly and said, “Thank you.”

1

the discomfort in Anastasia’s tone and silently took her hand, silently offering her support. Anastasia glanced down at their intertwined

having lived in the house for two

led Salma to tour the backyard and introduced her to the children’s playground built for Pattie. Salma was once again struck by the fact that the world of the wealthy was very different from

Anastasia back to their room.

fiddling with her fingers, and mumbled, “Well, just a

and said, “What’s mine

looked up at him and said, “Herman, I used to earn just a couple thousand a month, working from dawn till dusk,

with warm eyes and a smile playing on his lips. “Feeling defeated?”

nodded honestly, looking incredibly

hugged her close. “You’re such a silly

his arms. “I suddenly understand why you hid your wealth from

his usual stern and aloof persona at work.

Anastasia close. “From today on you need to start getting used to this luxurious lifestyle. I make money