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.”

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silently offering her support. Anastasia glanced down at their intertwined

house for two days, seemed to adapt

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

took Anastasia back to their room. He cornered

with her hands behind her, fiddling with her fingers, and mumbled, “Well, just a little bit. Your family is

chuckled and said, “What’s mine

said, “Herman, I used to earn just a couple thousand a month, working from dawn till dusk, regardless of the weather. Today, I realized that my salary couldn’t even afford

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

Anastasia nodded honestly, looking

laughed and hugged her close. “You’re such

“I suddenly understand why you hid your wealth from me. You were afraid I’d feel

his demeanor very different from his usual stern and aloof persona at work. This gentle side of him

said, holding Anastasia close. “From today on you need to