Chapter 209: Chapter 209

Chapter 209

Anastasia looked towards the entrance and saw Herman, who had somehow already arrived, strolled over to her. He naturally stood by her side as if to protect her, casually taking her hand in his.

The warmth of his palm warmed Anastasia’s heart.

“How did you get here so fast?” Anastasia asked.

During his negotiation with Tavon, Herman had sent a text to Anastasia, who simply sent him the address. In just half an hour, he had arrived.

“I always rush when it comes to picking you up, let’s go home,” Herman said gently.

“Okay.” Anastasia smiled.

Tavon eyed Herman, feeling a sense of familiarity but couldn’t place where he’d seen him before.

Seeing Anastasia about to leave, Tavon pleaded, “Ana, I hope you reconsider. Sandy is your sister, you can’t just ignore this, I’m begging

you.”

With that, Tavon bowed to Anastasia.

Anastasia showed no emotion, she just squeezed Herman’s hand tightly, and the two left the cafe, ignoring Tavon.

Herman’s car was parked nearby. He gentlemanly opened the car door for Anastasia, carefully helping her in. Tavon stood in the cafe, watching them leave through the window.

Before long, Ashley walked in and asked, “Did that girl agree?”

Tavon shook his head. “She’s stubborn and won’t listen to any persuasion.”

Looking at the list on the table and recalling Anastasia’s words and actions from the moment she stepped into the car to the cafe, Tavon couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride. “What a girl! Clear–minded, decisive, knows what to take and what not to. She’s not easily bullied. Once she’s pissed, she cuts off all ties. It’s a shame she’s a girl.”

If she were a boy, he could have groomed her to take over the family business.

“You sure know how to praise. I did a background check on the girl; she just works at a jewelry company. How much can she earn?” Ashley scoffed. “I heard she married a nobody, and that man I saw earlier, his car is pretty average. Tavon, you need to remember, we are seeking Anastasia to save Sandy.”

“I know,” Tavon said, “We need to be gentle; we can’t force her. It’s best to start with Salma.”

“We need to move quickly, Tavon, no matter what it takes, threats or bribes, we need to act fast. Sandy can’t wait,” Ashley urged.

“Did you see Anastasia’s husband earlier? Does he remind you of anyone?” Tavon asked.

“Who?”

“I can’t place it, but I feel like I’ve seen him somewhere.”

On the ride home, Anastasia was in a foul mood. Thinking about Tavon’s words, she felt a chill in her heart and felt bad for Salma.

Herman broke the silence. “What did your long–lost father, Tavon, want?”

Leaning back into her seat, Anastasia turned to look at him. “Did Ms. Katelyn tell you?”

“Yeah,” Herman replied. “She mentioned it when she called me.”

Anastasia gave a resigned smile. “Tavon just wants to use me to save his daughter Sandy.”

Hearing this, Herman frowned. “He should be thankful he’s your father.” If not, with his shameless behavior, Herman would probably have lost his temper.

Anastasia shrugged and said self–mockingly, “As Tavon’s daughter, I feel really unlucky. I used to have some fantasies, but now that I’ve seen the real him, I really wish I didn’t have a father.”

Herman reached over to ruffle Anastasia’s hair. “As long as I’m here, that’s all that matters.”

Anastasia smiled, enjoying the feeling of being pampered by Herman.

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Once they got home, Anastasia freshened up and lay in bed. After a while, Herman, as usual, cuddled up behind her.

Anastasia couldn’t sleep but didn’t feel like talking. Her gut told her that Tavon would come back and would surely go after Salma again. She was just worried about what extremes he might go to.

Her fears proved to be right. Early the next morning, Anastasia received a call from the hospital. Something had happened to Salma.