The Bound Between Us

Chapter 178

Anastasia had been hanging around the neighborhood entrance for almost half an hour when Herman rolled up in his Chevy Spotting the familiar nde, Anastasia sprung up with a grin, opened the door and hopped in “Where are we heading? Monica and I already had our grub, what about you?”

“Grabbed a bite Herman twisted slightly, buckling Anastasia’s seatbelt for her

His distinctive scent engulfed Anastasia, and his handsome face was so close it made her heart race. He always had this subtle floral scent that was just irresistible.

“You’ll find out when we get there.”

After fastening her seatbelt, he snuck in a quick peck on her lips before settling back into his seat

Anastasia’s eyes widened in surprise and he chuckled. “Hold on tight”

Her checks turned a shade of pink and a shy smile spread across her face. She muttered under her breath. “Such a rogue”

He took one hand off the wheel to hold hers and drove out towards the outskirts of the city

An hour later, they arrived at the highest hill on the outskirts. Standing on the viewing platform, they could overlook half of Riverdale The wind was strong atop the hill and the night was chillier Herman had come prepared, he handed Anastasia a thick coat to keep her warm, then led her towards the viewing platform.

“You brought me here for the night view?” Anastasia glanced around. “I heard this hilltop’s usually a hotspot for night time hikers, why’s it deserted tonight?”

brought her to the edge of the viewing platform, jesting. “Darling. take a good look, this is the kingdom I’ve

this, Anastasia couldn’t help but chuckle

in, “I haven’t won that side yet, just focus

into such a joker?” Anastasia

here was breathtakingly beautiful. Neon lights glittered as far as the eye could see, and the hustle

time to admire our city” Anastasia smiled. “It’s really

behind, joining her in admiring the cityscape. “But it doesn’t hold a candle to you”

arms encircling his waist, looking into his dark

the joy.” Anastasia felt an unprecedented level of happiness,

his

in and planted a passionate yet gentle kiss on her lips. That kiss was the most beautiful scene of

such a tempting little wild cat.” He

in his arms. “You’re the

his side, his life was perfect. No matter what her past was, she was the one he vowed to protect for

followed by a series of fireworks decorating the night sky with their vibrant colors.

was pleasantly surprised, she turned back to look. “So beautiful, who’s setting off the fireworks? Did you arrange this?”

lied, “No, I gave all my paychecks to you. There’s no money left for such romantic gestures. We must’ve just stumbled upon someone else’s fireworks”