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

this place fancy, but it was also in a prime Riverdale real estate, a chain restaurant, which meant it wouldn’t be cheap.

first date, so we can eat a bit fancy. You’ve already

Herman had said his piece, so Anastasia didn’t protest. She helped Salma

private room booked. The three of them headed upstairs. Anastasia was oblivious to the fact

seated, Herman said, “Order

of waiters, but Herman

around the posh room, tugged at Anastasia, and said, “Just order a

Even if her son–in–law was treating them, Salma was still

“Yeah, Mom, I

when she saw the prices

and guessed what she was thinking. “Let me

we go somewhere else? This place

We can get half off, and the

in surprise, “Isn’t that like using the company’s money for free? Won’t that cause trouble if we get caught?”

money for personal expenses. She was surprised because she hadn’t expected the seemingly

by Anastasia’s reaction. “I was just joking with you, no need to get worked up. So, what do you guys feel like eating?”