The Bound Between Us

Chapter 121

Herman, being the thoughtful hubby he was, was already waiting downstairs to pick up Anastasia from work.

Man, there was nothing like having her man pick her up from work it was like a scene straight out of a rom-com!

Anastasia, in high spirits, told Herman on the phone, Til be right down.”

After hanging up, Lauren joked, “Your hubby’s here to get you? What a catch! Girl, you lucked out.”

Some people who were previously unaware of Anastasia’s marriage now knew about it as well

Anastasia’s beauty had the gals green with envy. Sometimes, a woman’s jealousy was just too hard to explain.

But now that they knew Anastasia was off the market, the green-eyed monster had calmed down a bit.

1 gotta stop yapping and head out, Anastasia said with a smile. He’s taking me to meet his pals tonight.”

“Off you go,” Lauren said, clearly envious. “Lucky you, having someone to look out for you and watch your back.”

Anastasia grinned, gathered her stuff and headed downstairs.

Herman was waiting by his Chevy parked curbside. Seeing the car, Anastasia’s heart fluttered and she quickened her pace.

There was a saying that held true when loved someone, one couldn’t wait to be by their side.

in the rearview mirror, gave a small smile and got out to open the door

are you running? Watch your step.”

“I have good news. I’ve designed a necklace that Everlee loves. You should’ve seen Selena’s face change

felt like everything was falling into place.

them.

no different. She was content

“My wife, you’re the best. Consider this your

move made Anastasia blush

in the car! It’d be

and made a gentlemanly gesture, “My lady, after

My lord,” and got in

love, even the wind smelled sweet. Anastasia

going for dinner? Who’s this friend of yours? is what I’m wearing okay?”

an old friend, reassured Herman, holding her hand. “It’s just a casual dinner,

lucky charm. Since meeting you, all my problems seem to solve

to protect you, so your

a heart-warmer.

touched. As she looked at him, she saw the

When they stopped at a traffic light, he leaned in

mind,” Anastasia said, playfully smacking Herman. “So, the gentleman act was a facade, huh?”

seemed so upright,