In Chapter 200 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 200 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.
Anastasia was completely lost; she had no idea what Selena was rambling about. She didn't even know who the hell the CEO of Elysian Technologies was. How on earth could she be mistaken as the CEO's secret lover? It was utterly ridiculous.
"What you do in secret, will come out in public," Selena sneered. "You're a nobody, yet you're aiming for the stars? Poor Herman, I wonder how he'd react if he knew he'd been cuckolded."
"Selena, what the hell are you blabbering about?" Anastasia was furious. "Watch your mouth. Herman and I are very much in love. Don't you dare try to stir the pot with your low tactics."
"Me? Low?" Selena scoffed. "Anastasia, I really underestimated you. Your acting and your face are truly admirable, juggling two men with ease. Aren't your sneaky affairs despicable?"
Anastasia took a deep breath and said sternly, "Selena, please leave. I'll say it again, I have nothing to do with the CEO of Elysian Technologies. Stop accusing me baselessly."
Selena mocked, "What a show. I'm looking forward to seeing how far you can take this."
With that, Selena left.
Anastasia felt a knot in her stomach. Selena's mockery was just like Demi's in the past, who also said similar things. She was equally clueless about why she was mistaken as the CEO's wife.
After calming down, Anastasia started to replay recent events in her mind. She felt like she was in the dark about something but couldn't put a finger on it. It was as if there was a blurred net in front of her, obstructing the truth. She didn't know what was going on, but she knew something was up.
She remembered something Monica said. What did Cason know? Anastasia felt a sudden urge to meet him.
"Anastasia, we can go now." Herman returned after completing the formalities and saw Anastasia in a daze, he gently asked, "What's wrong?"
Anastasia snapped back to reality and smiled. "Nothing, I'm just feeling a bit peckish."
She didn't tell the truth. She couldn't possibly tell Herman that she was mistaken as someone else's mistress. That would only bring trouble and strain their relationship, right?
Herman, with adoring eyes, said, "Alright, let's grab something to eat then."
"I don't fancy eating out, I want to eat your homemade food." Anastasia looped her arm through his.
"Alright, I'll cook for you when we get back."
Herman collected his stuff, and they left the hospital together. He put everything in the trunk and then opened the car door for Anastasia.
Getting in the car, Anastasia thought about her car that was wrecked, and felt sorry. "That car was new. It's such a pity."
"In a while, I'll buy you another one." Herman smiled. "The insurance money is enough to get a new one."
Anastasia laughed. "Herman, I think you're like a mind reader. You know exactly what I'm thinking."
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