The Bound Between Us

Chapter 358

Herman didn’t show a bit of interest in Julie, and Grannie Anita noticed. It seemed like it would take some effort to play matchmaker between the two.

“Since you’re too busy to hang out with me, Herman. I have to ask Julie to accompany me shopping. What’s so fun about playing cards anyway?” Grannie Anita chided, “And you, Herman, why don’t you greet Julie properly? You two practically grew up together.”

Only then did Herman glance at Julie. For Grannie Anita’s sake, he managed to say, “Ms. Brown.”

The formality of his greeting hung awkwardly in the air.

Grannie Anita nudged Herman. “What’s with the ‘Ms. Brown’? You two are close enough to be on first-name terms.”

Herman remained unmoved.

Julie, sensing the awkwardness, tried to break the tension. “Herman, what would you like to drink?”

Without waiting for Julie’s help, he signaled to the waiter. “A latte, please.”

“Certainly, sir,” the waiter replied, promptly leaving to prepare the order.

playing the matchmaker, attempted to steer the conversation. “Julie, I remember you once wore a beautiful white dress when

frowned. “Grannie, I

replied, laughing. “I

Julie blushed. “Grannie.”

right? This is just perfect.” Grannie Anita teased. “If it weren’t for Anastasia’s sudden appearing, you’d already be my granddaughter-in-law.” The disdain for Anastasia

chose not to argue, knowing it would be

the two some

the atmosphere grew tense. Julie glanced at Herman out of the

it seems you’ve forgotten how to address

Salstrom, Julie corrected herself quickly, trying to mask her embarrassment. “I didn’t expect Grannie to say such things. I didn’t

wanted to leave a good impression on Herman, not wanting him to think

“And let me warn you. Stop scheming behind my back. Sending anonymous information to Salstrom Manor, paying Kitty to impersonate someone from a

who quickly denied, “Mr. Salstrom, I don’t understand what

“If Ms. Brown continues to meddle, don’t blame me for making the Brown Corporation disappear.””

deceived by Anastasia. What does she have that I don’t? She’s a woman who had a child out of wedlock and now can’t even have children. Why do you love her so much? Without her, you would choose me. Even Grannie said she likes

I’ve never had any interest in you. I love my wife, and

stuttered, “Herman, do you have to be so cruel? We’re childhood friends. Our families have known each other for years. I’m a girl, and