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

to splurge once in a while. It’s our first formal meeting, our first date, so we can eat a bit fancy. You’ve already saved me wedding expenses, so don’t worry about the cost of this meal.”

said his piece, so Anastasia didn’t protest. She

Anastasia was oblivious to the fact that

Herman said, “Order whatever you like.”

room usually came with a couple of waiters, but Herman had them leave,

tugged at Anastasia, and said, “Just order a

to waste money. Even if her

“Yeah, Mom, I

she saw the prices on the menu, she felt the

noticed Anastasia’s reaction and guessed what she

we go somewhere else? This place

discount coupon, a gift from a client. We can get half off,

the company’s money for free? Won’t that cause trouble if

where colleagues had gotten fired for using company money for personal expenses. She was surprised because she hadn’t expected the seemingly competent Herman

no need to get worked up. So, what do you