The Bond Between Us novel Chapter 496

Devin looked like he'd just been told his favorite sports team had lost in the final seconds of the game. His delicate, seemingly innocent daughter had somehow gotten herself involved in a murder.

For a few moments, Devin was frozen, then he quickly snapped back to reality. He covered Julie's mouth with his hand and whispered urgently, "You keep this to yourself, understand? Not a word to anyone."

He tiptoed to the study door, peeking out to make sure the coast was clear before quietly closing it.

Meanwhile, the nanny, who had just managed to hide in the next room, was scared out of her wits. If the Browns found out she'd overheard, she knew she'd be in serious trouble.

Terrified and wanting to avoid any confrontation, the nanny slipped downstairs as quietly as possible, hoping no one would notice she'd been there.

Back in the study, Devin sternly warned Julie to keep her mouth shut.

Julie, looking as pale as a sheet, asked, "Dad, do you think Herman knows? Is that why he's going after the Brown Corporation?"

Devin shook his head. "If he knew, you wouldn't be standing here. Remember what happened to the nanny who drugged Anastasia? They say she ended up as fish food."

At that, Julie looked even more frightened, the thought of Herman throwing her into the ocean making her shudder.

"Dad, what should I do?"

"The case is closed, everyone thinks Anastasia did it. Just keep quiet, and we'll be fine. I'll talk to Feiman and get the wedding sorted out with Joseph. You're carrying the Salstrom heir; they won't touch you." Devin added, "You'd better get Joseph wrapped around your finger. If you can control him, you'll be set for life."

"I can’t even see him. He’s probably off messing around at some club..." Julie's voice was filled with frustration. She was pregnant with Joseph's child, yet he didn't seem to care.

He wasn't even interested in their wedding plans.