The Bound Between Us

Chapter 239

Chapter 239

Herman didn’t fully understand. The nicer he was to Anastasia, the heavier her mood seemed to get. His kisses were always so gentle, like the soft brush of spring breeze.

Her hand moved towards his belt….

“Anastasia.” Herman caught her hand, stopping her immediately. “Your wound at your waist… it’s not healed yet.”

“I want it.” Anastasia pushed him down onto the bed, straddling him. “I know what I’m doing.”

With that, she bent down and initiated a kiss. Anastasia had never been this forward before. Her hand slipped under his shirt.

That night, fearing he might hurt her, he was even gentler than usual.

Afterwards, Anastasia lingered, her fingertip lightly tracing his face, outlining his features in the dim light. He held her, sensing her unusual mood, and said, “Go to sleep.”

wasn’t ready to come clean with him. She had something on her mind, and it must have something to do with

in agreement, closing her eyes to sleep. Perhaps she was

gazing tenderly at her sleeping

The next day.

got up too. She wanted to help in

in her room. Pattie was still sleeping, looking so pitiful it tugged at people’s heartstrings. The bruises from

out, dressed, Anastasia had finished making breakfast. “You have to go to work, so eat first. Pattie

up, hoping to let her sleep in a bit more.

to worry about Anastasia having too much free time to overthink

Herman suggested. “I’ve asked the school for

and said, “Okay, it’s time to buy a few new outfits

and Anastasia said, “Mom, breakfast is

soundly,” Salma chuckled, sitting

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