The Bound Between Us

Chapter 413
Gianna had extended an invitation to Anastasia’s family for the grand opening of her new coffee shop. Herman was tied up with
work, so he asked Dailey to accompany Anastasia and Salma. Their daughter, Pattie, had school that day. Naturally, they
wouldn’t ask her to take a day off and hold her back from her studies.
Upon arrival at the coffee shop, Anastasia learned the name that Gianna had chosen.
“Forever Cafe.” Anastasia read the words on the sign aloud, chuckling.
Anastasia’s belly was visibly larger, even beneath her loose clothing. Gianna glanced at Anastasia’s belly, with hidden longing
flickering in her eyes.
“I had a fortune teller pick the name. Let’s go inside. It’s almost time for the ribbon-cutting.” Gianna laughed, asking, “Where’s
your husband?”
“He’s tied up at work,” Anastasia replied, pulling out a gift. “Gianna, I wish you booming business and abundant wealth.”
“You’re being too formal,” Gianna teased, pulling Anastasia inside. “Come on, let’s go in.”
Anastasia had prepared a gift and bought eight flower baskets. Gianna had a fair number of friends, with more and more flower
baskets arriving one after another.
After Joey was paralyzed, wasn’t Gianna’s situation similar to that of a widow? She was in control of all their asset, her net worth
had doubled, and with her good looks, she had no shortage of suitors.
With the man of the house incapacitated, men outside were certainly eyeing their chances to woo Gianna. Winning her over
would mean a double victory of wealth and beauty.
Anastasia and Salma settled inside the shop while Gianna went out to greet her friends. Soon, the entrance of the coffee shop
was overflowing with flower baskets.
Gianna glanced at the name of the coffee shop. It wasn’t chosen by a fortune teller at all, but by her.
Forever Cafe. In other words, she was tenaciously devoted to Herman. She could only hide this love she had for Herman deep
within her heart, but she was not willing to completely let go. So, she hid this love in the name of her shop.

Unrequited love was always a careful balance between not wanting to reveal yourself yet desiring to be known.
Salma sat in the coffee shop, observing Gianna. Turning to Anastasia, she said, “Gianna’s really capable, managing such a large
shop all by herself. Ever since Joey became paralyzed, she’s become even more beautiful. And that pink dress she’s wearing,
it’s gorgeous.”
Gianna, a regular at the gym, had a great figure. Dressed in a soft pink dress coupled with the unique charm of a minggearold
women, she was truly a picture of femininity
Anastasia smiled. Indeed, she is very capable. They say women marry for happiness and divorce for the same reason. While
she and Joey didn’t divorce their situation is almost similar only without the property disputes
Sarma added. “I heard from your aunt that Glanne sent Joey to ehabilitation center”
On this point, Anastasia greatly admired Glanna. Sometimes she even wondered if Joey’s paralysis was part of Gianne’s plan.
Joey’s paralysis was a better outcome than divorce The Edmunds elders were sent back to their hometown by Glenne.
Just then, Cynthia and Colton arrived, both dressed in bol atmosphere of Glanna’s grand opening lors to add to the festive
When it was time for the ribbon-cutting, Gianna invited Anastasia to join her. Amidst the applause and fireworks Forever Cafe
officially opened for business
With grand opening discounts and Glanna’s extensive network, the cafe enjoyed great business on its first day.
Salme was whisked away by Cynthia for some shopping. After greeting her customers, Gianna made a fresh juice and brought it
over to Anastasia.
Gianna smiled, “What do you think of my cafe?”
“It’s wonderful” Anastasia complimented. “I can see you’ve put a lot of effort into it.”
Gianna replied with a hidden meaning. “It’s my Forever Cafe. I have to do my best.”
Anastasia, oblivious to the subtext, smiled and replied, “I’m sure you will.”
Gianna stared at Anastasia’s belly, saying, “Your belly is pointed. It’s probably a boy, isn’t