The Bound Between Us

Chapter 368

Gianna blinked her eyes open, realizing that it was all just a figment of her imagination. She felt a sense of relief that she hadn’t actually voiced her thoughts, otherwise, Herman might avoid her forever.

“Thanks,” Gianna said as she got out of the car.

“Hmm,” Herman replied indifferently, not saying anything else before walking away. His task was done.

Gianna stood still, staring into the distance for a long time. She brought the handkerchief in her hand to her nose, inhaling the scent of Herman. It smelled good, like gardenias.

The handkerchief was a bespoke item, with the corner hand-embroidered with Herman’s name. He had many such handkerchiefs, so he didn’t particularly care about this one. However, to Gianna, it was a treasured possession. After all, it carried his scent. It was a personal item of his.

Gianna sniffed the scent on the handkerchief, smiling and obsessing over Herman in her heart and under her breath, constantly murmuring his name. She had never been this infatuated even when she was in love with Joey back in the day.

It was as if she had come back to life. In front of Herman, Gianna wasn’t her usual spoiled and arrogant self. Instead, she was cautious and full of joy, completely like a woman in the throes of a secret crush.

The next day, Anastasia was discharged from the hospital. Katelyn and Feiman both came, showing how important Anastasia was to the family.

“How about you take Ana home, Herman? I can take care of her too,” Katelyn suggested.

a good idea,”

at Herman. As he helped her pack up her clothes, he said, “No need. I’ll take Anastasia

wouldn’t let Anastasia be bothered by Grannie Anita,

Herman’s intentions, Katelyn and Feiman didn’t say any more

her up, as she was busy cooking at home. Today Anastasia was getting discharged from the hospital, so Salma had

to be done, she would help out, and sometimes even compete with others to do the tasks. Pattie was afraid that

home, Anastasia could smell the delicious food. “Mom, what are you cooking? It smells so good,” she called out as

kitchen with a bright smile on her face. “You’re back, my dear. I’ve cooked chicken soup, sour fish stew, and duck.

brought her a glass of water. “Thanks, Pattie,” Anastasia said,

eye.

moment Anastasia walked in, Salma noticed that Pattie hadn’t stopped doing chores. Even when there was nothing

TV? I can turn it on for you,” Anastasia

I don’t like

a complete change from the Pattie she knew who used to be excited at the prospect of watching

early, mopped the floor, helped me go grocery shopping, washed the vegetables, and even did her own laundry,” Salma praised Pattie, oblivious to

just come out of the room. They both sensed something was off with Pattie.