The Bound Between Us

Chapter 337

Granny Anita’s intention was quite clear.

Julie’s heart leapt for joy. She feigned shyness and said, “Not yet, Granny. If you know any eligible bachelors, feel free to introduce me. Just the other day, my folks were nudging me about

it.”

“Good, good.” Granny Anita held Julie’s hands, her eyes soft with kindness, “I remember you would often come over to play when you were a child. You used to say you’d marry Herman. You two would make a handsome pair. How about marrying into my family?”

This proposition delighted Julie, and she struggled to hide her excitement. “Granny, really?” Julie chuckled, “I’d be thrilled to be your granddaughter-in-law. But, Herman is already married.”

me Granny. So, consider yourself my granddaughter-in-law.” Granny Anita was fond of Julie. Although the Browns didn’t quite match up to the Salstroms, they were still respectable. Plus, Julie used to play at the Salstroms’ when she was a kid. Granny Anita had watched her grow up and knew her quite well,

Granny Anita’s blessing, Julie felt one step closer to becoming Mrs. Salstrom.

plans. Herman suddenly married this girl named Anastasia and I was heartbroken for a while.” Julie paused for effect, “But I’ve come to terms with it. If Herman is happy, that’s all that matters. Your approval delights me, Granny. Even if I can’t be your

and her affection for her grew. She squeezed Julie’s hand and said, “Herman

that Herman brought Anastasia today. The other debutantes are all wondering who she is. I’ve seen Anastasia. She’s very

what?” Granny Anita asked,

to be kept in the dark. Anastasia used to be a street vendor. I heard people talking about her humble beginnings and

frowned. This revelation made her dislike Anastasia even

Night Market. She didn’t even go to college. I don’t know what Herman sees in her.