The Bound Between Us

Chapter 32

Anastasia popped open the box, revealing a pair of rings.

She looked at Herman and instantly got the gist

He said, “These are our wedding rings. We didn’t have time to buy them when we registered for our marriage, now I want to make up for that”

“When did you buy these?” Anastasia asked, touched.

Though she didn’t really care much about having a wedding ring, his thoughtfulness made her heart flutter.

bought them yesterday” Herman grabbed her hand, picked up the female ring from the box, and put it on her

Under the soft glow of the candle, his present, along with the bowl of pasta, created a romantic atmosphere.

He said, “Anastasia, I hope our marriage can last forever”

He didn’t make any passionate declarations or sweet talk, but this sincere expression was enough to move anyone

Their marriage was a hasty decision, but they both wished for it to last.

“Mhm “Anastasia nodded.

He chuckled and put on his own ring Let’s eat, the food’s getting cold.”

Maybe because of the gift, or maybe because of the romantic atmosphere, Anastasia felt like this was the best pasta she’d ever had. In that moment, she felt so happy to be with Herman,

Herman was gentle and refined, making her feel comfortable when she was with him.

The next morning.

Anastasia woke up early, she was going to the market to buy groceries for lunch As she was about to change her shoes to go out, Herman woke up. “Where are you off to this early?”

I’m going to the market to buy groceries for lunch. Did you forget my mom is coming over for lunch today? Oh, did you invite your relatives?”

I’ve already called them, Herman said. “Wait for me, I’ll change and go with you.”

refuse his help, so they went to the market together. On the way,

she knew exactly what to buy, while Herman helped carry the bags. It was Herman’s

buying everything, they quickly returned home

the previous electricity issue, Herman had called Flynn to sort it

was busy cooking in the kitchen, while Herman helped out. Just because Herman was rich and didn’t need to do these chores,

couldn’t

doorbell rang. Anastasia was stewing pork knuckles so Herman went to open the door. It was Katelyn and Flynn, they

see Herman

you’re cooking? Katelyn asked,

Herman a once–over and then gave him a thumbs up, “Herman, you’re a model

Flynn. “If you want to stay

laughed. “Got

kitchen, “Herman, who’s at

back. “It’s me.”

Katelyn. “Anastasia, let

was dressed casually, not as elegant as usual.

in the living room, I can handle this,” Anastasia said, smiling. “Herman,

with a look from Herman, Katelyn went to rest in

at home, munching on chips in the living room.

It was their first time, and they weren’t familiar with the route, so Herman went downstairs to pick

such a high social status, was living in a three–bedroom apartment and even helping out

for Monica double–checking and seeing Katelyn, Herman’s mother, she would’ve thought she was mistaken.

very warm towards

bathroom. “Ana, I need to use the restroom, where’s your room?”

was occupied by Flynn, Monica, in a hurry, had to use the one in the master

restroom.” Anastasia turned to Herman. “Can we use your restroom?”

Herman nodded. “Sure.”

brief conversation surprised

Your room? Didn’t they

they slept

Katelyn exchanged glances, and so did Salma

issue and took Monica to the restroom in the

Monica finished her business, she asked Anastasia in a low voice, “You and Herman don’t share a room? You guys sleep

any