The Bound Between Us

Chapter 10

Herman parked the car at the hospital entrance, waiting as Anastasia helped Salma out. He hopped out of the car too, lending a hand to open the door. As Anastasia climbed in, he shielded her head with his hand to prevent her from bumping it

Salma saw all this, and her face broke into a satisfied smile.

Back in the driver’s seat, Herman said, “Anastasia, it’s one in the afternoon now. Your mom might be hungry. The doctor told us to feed her regularly. How about we grab a bite now?

Herman was really thoughtful, Anastasia hadn’t even thought about this.

“Sounds good, you decide.”

“Alright.”

Herman started the car, and half an hour later, they pulled up at a swanky restaurant.

Anastasia eyed the plush interior and whispered, “Isn’t this place gonna cost an arm and a leg?”

She had just bought a car, and money was tight. Besides, she usually ate at home to save money. When she did eat out, she’d eye the place first. If it looked fancy, she’d chicken out

it was also in a prime Riverdale real estate, a chain

we can eat a bit fancy. You’ve already saved me

piece, so Anastasia didn’t protest. She helped Salma inside.

of them headed upstairs. Anastasia was oblivious to the fact

seated, Herman said, “Order

private room usually came with a couple of waiters, but Herman had them leave, fearing Anastasia would

room, tugged at Anastasia, and said, “Just order a few dishes. We can’t finish too much.”

worried about the cost and hated to waste money. Even if her son–in–law was treating them, Salma was

nodded, “Yeah, Mom, I know.”

to eat well. But when she saw the prices on the menu, she felt the urge

and guessed what she was

said, “How about we go somewhere else? This place is too expensive.

a gift from a client. We can get half off, and the restaurant will give

Anastasia whispered in surprise, “Isn’t that like using the company’s money for free? Won’t that

colleagues had gotten fired for using company money for personal expenses. She was surprised

reaction. “I was just joking with you, no need to get worked up. So, what do you