In Chapter 176 of The Bond Between Us novel, the narrative takes a riveting turn, plunging readers deeper into the intricacies of Anastasia and Herman's evolving relationship. As the couple grapples with the shocking revelation of their shared past, the town of Riverdale becomes a backdrop for both confrontations and moments of quiet introspection.
Chapter 176 opens with Anastasia attempting to piece together the fragments of her forgotten memories, haunted by the striking resemblance of their daughter to a past she never knew she had. The quaint charm of Riverdale transforms into a landscape of uncertainty as Herman, determined to unearth the truth, confronts Anastasia with questions that demand answers.
She hadn't heard from Cason in a while, and now hearing he was banged up, Anastasia was totally floored.
Monica mumbled, "I'm not too sure about the details myself, but word around is, he got nabbed for extortion."
"Extortion?" Anastasia was taken aback. "Who did he extort? He's a lawyer, isn't he supposed to uphold the law?"
"Ana, I really don't know. That's just what I heard." Monica continued, "I was gobsmacked when I first heard it. How could he do such a thing? And with him being arrested and Demi seemingly jetting off abroad, it's all happened so suddenly."
"Definitely sudden."
Anastasia didn't pry further. She couldn't visit Cason in jail. They were no longer involved. If she visited him, she'd just be asking for trouble.
But something didn't sit right with her. She remembered the last time Monica hurriedly sought out her mother, saying that Cason knew her secret. She had planned to confront Cason at some point, but now he was locked up.
Monica asked with concern, "Ana, how have you and Herman been doing recently?"
Now that Cason was arrested, Monica felt a weight lifted off her chest. Cason knew Anastasia's secret, and he was a sly fox. Who knew when he would spill the beans.
"We're doing great." Anastasia's heart fluttered at the thought of Herman.
"That's good." Monica felt a little relieved, glancing at Anastasia's stomach. "Are you guys using protection?"
"What?" Anastasia quickly caught on, lowering her voice in embarrassment. "No."
"So, are we expecting some good news soon? Just remember, I called dibs on being the godmother."
"Of course." Anastasia nervously touched her neck, whispering, "My period is already a week late."
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