The Bound Between Us

Chapter 239

Herman didn’t fully understand. The nicer he was to Anastasia, the heavier her mood seemed to get. His kisses were always so gentle, like the soft brush of spring breeze.

Her hand moved towards his belt….

“Anastasia.” Herman caught her hand, stopping her immediately. “Your wound at your waist… it’s not healed yet.”

“I want it.” Anastasia pushed him down onto the bed, straddling him. “I know what I’m doing.”

With that, she bent down and initiated a kiss. Anastasia had never been this forward before. Her hand slipped under his shirt.

That night, fearing he might hurt her, he was even gentler than usual.

Afterwards, Anastasia lingered, her fingertip lightly tracing his face, outlining his features in the dim light. He held her, sensing her unusual mood, and said, “Go to sleep.”

She had something on her mind, and it must have something to do with that thing. He had noticed something off about Monica and Salma’s expressions during dinner,

closing her eyes to sleep. Perhaps

a pillow, gazing tenderly at her sleeping face in

The next day.

also an early riser, heard the noise and got up too. She wanted to help in the kitchen, but Anastasia shooed her out, telling her to

room. Pattie was still sleeping, looking so pitiful it tugged at people’s heartstrings. The

was in their bedroom, freshening up. When he came out, dressed, Anastasia had finished making breakfast. “You

up, hoping to let her sleep in a bit

house, Herman didn’t have to worry

suggested. “I’ve asked the school for

“Okay, it’s time

and Anastasia said, “Mom, breakfast is ready.”

sleeping so soundly,” Salma chuckled, sitting down.

a bed in Penny’s house. Sleeping outside in various weather conditions had become routine. Now, in the cold of Riverdale, being able to sleep in an air-conditioned room with warm blankets