The Bound Between Us

Chapter 34

Anastasia and Herman came from totally different backgrounds, different world’s even. But now, in Anastasia’s eyes, Herman had finally become an equal.

Only those from the same world could be considered equals, right?

She insisted on splitting all living costs, which said a lot about her values. She didn’t want to mooch off others, she was her own person.

Herman had checked on a dating site, and there was indeed a Mr. Alstrom who had a date with Anastasia that day. He believed that Anastasia must have mistaken him for someone else. So, he wanted to continue to understand her world through his current role.

“Mind your own business.”

Flynn did the dishes under Herman’s order and was then kicked out.

Salma and Monica didn’t hang around long after lunch, they left shortly after Katelyn wanted to stay a bit longer, but when she saw she was the only guest left, she took the hint from her son’s look and found an excuse to leave.

After everyone left, Anastasia finally had the time to open the wedding gift Monica had given her.

When she opened the gift, she was glad Herman wasn’t there with her because it was a set of sexy lingerie from Monica.

Anastasia lifted the thin layer of fabric, and thought, “What can this cover, really?” This was totally Monica’s style.

Herman’s voice came from outside, and Anastasia quickly hid

Anastasia answered

you order me another one of those lattes you got me last

she thought he wanted

vanilla latte from Sam’s

phone and started to order. “Can you

want a large one.”

placed the order with a smile and looked up to see Herman take out

this out.” Herman opened a webpage. It was a job posting for a jewelry

for design. Even without experience, they provide in–house training. And there

they were tailor–made for her.

thinking can’t create good designs.” Herman began to explain. Those who can think out of the box, or those with

“Makes sense.”

the interview.” Herman pointed to the screen. The interview is divided

going to be fierce.” Anastasia started to get nervous, “Can I make it?”

her. “Get rid of that question mark,

felt like a warm spring breeze. Anastasia clenched her fists, pumping herself up. “I can