The Bound Between Us

Chapter 30

When Herman saw Flynn, it was like spotting a treasure trove.

Without any hesitation, Herman jumped right into his sales pitch. These are handmade jewelry pieces by your sister–in–law. Fancy buying a few for your girlfriend?”

Though the tone was more of a question, those who knew Herman understood it was more of a command. Flynn had no choice but to buy

It was made by Anastasia, and of course. Flynn would support her He said, “Absolutely, these pieces are stunning Angie, pick out a few”

At the mention of the word “gulfriend, Angie felt a wave of joy wash over her She happily picked out a few pieces. They’re all so beautiful, I love them all.” Seizing the opportunity, Herman said. “If you like them, buy them all. They’re unique, like these cherry earrings, symbolizing good things come in pairs, perfect for you lovebirds And this sunflower hair clip symbolizes passionate love

Even Anastasia had to give him props for his sales tactics. These were all made–up meanings by Herman on the spot.

The more Angie listened, the more she wanted to buy them all. “Flynn, can we buy them all?”

Angie wasn’t part of Flynns circle and didn’t know Herman. She had no idea how rich Flynn was or the real relationship between Herman and Flynn.

With a wave of his hand, Flynn generously said, “We’ll have all of them.”

Anastasia knew Flynn was a distant relative of Herman’s. How could she take his money? She said with a smile. I’ll wrap them up for you as a gift”

In her heart, Anastasia felt a little bad These pieces of jewelry took her two days to make. But she didn’t show it. She would simply work harder these few days and make more pieces

Herman said, “You worked overnight to make these. We can’t just give them for free. Even though we’re distant relatives, we shouldn’t be so polite. We need to save for a house. Every penny counts.”

Flynn was speechless. Did his own brother forget about him now that he had a wife? Herman owned several villas and recently bought a three–bedroom house in Harmony Meadows. And he still needed to buy a house?

Flynn suddenly really wanted to see the day when Herman’s true identity was revealed.

Flynn said with a smile, “Anastasia, your husband is right. I should pay. I can’t just take them. How much is it in total?”

Anastasia waved her hand and said, “No need, it’s not worth much…

Even though they needed to save for a house, they couldn’t take money from relatives.

Herman picked up Anastasia’s card reader and handed it to Flynn. “Swipe your card, it’s four thousand in total.”

Anastasia was shocked by the price. Wasn’t this extortion?

The price had been increased tenfold. If they were reported, they would be detained.

“Flynn, we’re closing shop. You can take your girlfriend to visit other places.” This was his way of telling them to leave.

Flynn wanted to build a relationship with Anastasia. His brother Herman had personally set up a stall. This showed how serious he was about her. If he could get Anastasia to like him and protect him, he

wouldn’t have to be afraid of his brother in the future.

Flynn took out his phone and said with a grin, “Anastasia, let’s add each other’s WhatsApp.”

Anastasia felt guilty for tricking Flynn and couldn’t refuse his request. At this point, Flynn seemed like a fool who was happily scammed.

But Flynn felt like he hit the jackpot. All it took was four hundred bucks to be friends with Anastasia on WhatsApp.

Anastasia took out her phone, and they added each other as friends. As Flynn left, he warmly greeted Anastasia. She felt a bit awkward.

All the jewelry was sold, and Herman said, “We can close up shop now.”

Anastasia asked, “Herman, why did you randomly give such a high price earlier? If he finds out, wouldn’t he be upset?”

“Your handmade items are worth even a hundred times more,” Herman said seriously. “He owed me three thousand and fifty bucks years ago and never paid me back. I just got it back.”

“Really?” Anastasia was skeptical. “He doesn’t seem to lack money. Why would he owe you money and not pay it back?”

Herman said seriously Maybe he forgot. I didn’t want to bring it up.”

Anastasia looked at Herman, feeling like something was off.

To change the subject, Herman said, “We won’t have a stall tomorrow. Your mom hasn’t visited our house since we got married. Let’s invite her over for dinner tomorrow. Invite your best friend as well.”

“I was thinking the same thing. You’ve been busy with work. You don’t have to work tomorrow, right? Then I’ll call Monica and my mom later.”

Anastasia said, “Why don’t we invite Flynn and Ms. Katelyn. I wonder if they’re up for it.”

Herman replied, “If you ask them, they’d be over the moon.”

“Deal, remember to call Ms. Katelyn for me, I don’t have her contact info.”

“Sure”

After they closed for the day, they went home. While Anastasia was freshening up. Herman made a call to Katelyn from his room. “Your daughter–in–law is inviting you over for dinner tomorrow…” Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

After informing Katelyn, he just shot a text to Flynn.

Once he finished all that, he gave a ring to the company secretary to notify the HR department of Elysian Technologies‘ jewelry company to put out a job ad for a designer, lowering the requirements to a high school diploma.

The secretary was puzzled by the job requirements when she picked up the call, thinking she heard it wrong. The jewelry company mainly catered to high society, and they usually required their designers to have at least a bachelor’s degree. And they had to be top notch graduates with substantial work experience or notable achievements in the field, preferably award winning.

More importantly, they hardly hired externally.

The secretary asked tentatively, “Mr. Salstrom, are you saying, for the external designer position, a high school diploma would suffice?”

“That’s right.” Herman’s answer was short and sweet. “I want to see the ad by tomorrow.”

“Understood, Mr. Salstrom The secretary didn’t pry further, simply following the instructions.

Anastasia, freshening up in the bathroom, was oblivious to all this. After her bath, she hand washed her lingerie.

She and Herman had separate rooms, but there was only one place to dry clothes in the whole house, which was the balcony outside the kitchen. Anastasia went to the balcony to hang her lingerie, just as Herman was about to whip something up in the kitchen.

Hearing some noise from the balcony, he took a peek and saw Anastasia in her loose PJs, her hair half wet, hanging her lingerie on the clothesline Anastasia had gorgeous legs, beautifully sculpted. As she reached up, her PJs rode up to her thighs. Lifting his gaze further, the sight was quite a feast for the eyes.

A piece of lingerie slipped from her hand and fell. As she bent down to pick it up, she noticed Herman behind her. Catching sight of the lingerie in her hand, she blushed and quickly hid it behind her.