The Bound Between Us

Chapter 368

Gianna blinked her eyes open, realizing that it was all just a figment of her imagination. She felt a sense of relief that she hadn’t actually voiced her thoughts, otherwise, Herman might avoid her forever.

“Thanks,” Gianna said as she got out of the car.

“Hmm,” Herman replied indifferently, not saying anything else before walking away. His task was done.

Gianna stood still, staring into the distance for a long time. She brought the handkerchief in her hand to her nose, inhaling the scent of Herman. It smelled good, like gardenias.

The handkerchief was a bespoke item, with the corner hand-embroidered with Herman’s name. He had many such handkerchiefs, so he didn’t particularly care about this one. However, to Gianna, it was a treasured possession. After all, it carried his scent. It was a personal item of his.

Gianna sniffed the scent on the handkerchief, smiling and obsessing over Herman in her heart and under her breath, constantly murmuring his name. She had never been this infatuated even when she was in love with Joey back in the day.

It was as if she had come back to life. In front of Herman, Gianna wasn’t her usual spoiled and arrogant self. Instead, she was cautious and full of joy, completely like a woman in the throes of a secret crush.

The next day, Anastasia was discharged from the hospital. Katelyn and Feiman both came, showing how important Anastasia was to the family.

“How about you take Ana home, Herman? I can take care of her too,” Katelyn suggested.

that’s a good idea,” Feiman

her pack up her clothes, he said, “No need. I’ll take Anastasia

wouldn’t let Anastasia be bothered by Grannie Anita, who

Katelyn and Feiman didn’t say any more on the

the hospital, so Salma had

as there was work to be done, she would help out, and sometimes even compete with others to do the tasks. Pattie was afraid that her new parents would grow tired of her and not want her anymore, so she worked

you cooking? It

of the kitchen with a bright smile on her face. “You’re back, my dear. I’ve cooked chicken soup, sour fish stew, and duck. It’ll be ready soon.”

sat down, Pattie brought her a glass of water. “Thanks, Pattie,” Anastasia said, feeling

eye.

in, Salma noticed that Pattie hadn’t stopped doing chores. Even

watch TV? I can turn it on for you,” Anastasia asked, noticing Pattie’s

Mom. I don’t like watching TV,” Pattie answered.

the Pattie she knew who

helped me go grocery shopping, washed the vegetables, and even did her own laundry,” Salma praised

who had just come out

if there’s something you’re hiding from us. We’re a family, so we should share everything.”

was playing with her hands but kept her