The Bound Between Us

Chapter 32

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.”

to the market together. On the way, they grabbed a wrap from a

with the local market, she knew exactly what to buy, while Herman helped carry the bags. It was

they quickly returned home

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

kitchen, while Herman helped out. Just because Herman was rich and didn’t need to do these

couldn’t

stewing pork knuckles so Herman went to open the door. It was Katelyn and Flynn, they were both taken

to see Herman in an

you’re cooking? Katelyn asked, surprised.

was even more shocked, he gave Herman a once–over and then gave him a thumbs up, “Herman, you’re a model

want to stay for lunch, be careful of

laughed. “Got it.”

the kitchen, “Herman, who’s at

shouted back. “It’s

followed by Katelyn.

dressed casually, not as elegant as usual.

living room, I can handle this,” Anastasia said, smiling. “Herman, go keep Ms. Katelyn

kitchen wasn’t big, with a look from Herman, Katelyn went to rest

himself at home, munching on chips in the living

long after, Salma and Monica arrived. It was their first time, and they weren’t familiar with the route, so Herman went downstairs to pick them up. Monica, knowing that Herman was the CEO of Elysian Technologies, was

social status, was living in

it wasn’t for Monica double–checking and seeing Katelyn, Herman’s mother,

Anastasia. Katelyn seemed friendly towards Anastasia and was very warm towards Salma, which made her even more suspicious, what was the Salstrom family

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

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

doesn’t have a restroom.” Anastasia turned to Herman. “Can we use

Herman nodded. “Sure.”

conversation surprised everyone.

Didn’t they

this mean they slept in separate rooms?

Katelyn exchanged glances, and so did Salma and Monica.

took

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