In Chapter 39 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 39 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.
Herman was also taken aback. The phone was on speaker, so he heard everything Monica said crystal clear.
His timing couldn't have been worse.
"Ana, are you listening? If you don’t know how to do it, I have some video links you can check out..."
Scared out of her wits, Anastasia hung up the phone in a hurry and even dropped her cell phone on the floor in the process.
She was totally freaked out. This was the phone she just bought. If it broke, she'd have to shell out more cash for a new one.
She quickly reached out to catch the phone, saving it from hitting the floor.
Herman stood at the door, his face expressionless. He was flabbergasted too.
Because during the phone-catching process, Anastasia had half knelt on the ground, and her towel had loosened a bit. From his angle, he could see pretty much everything...
She tightened her towel in embarrassment.
"I made you a latte."
Despite the embarrassment, Anastasia managed a smile and explained, "Monica loves pulling pranks. Don't take her seriously."
Herman chuckled and teased, "I'm suddenly looking forward to it. Was it the thong that Monica gave you as a wedding gift last time?"
Herman's straightforward words made Anastasia blush even deeper.
She had just taken a shower, her skin delicate and cheeks flushed. When she blushed, she looked even more charming.
Her charm was natural, and Herman found his heart racing.
Anastasia was the only one who could make him feel the aroused just by looking at her.
"Monica just loves pranks." Anastasia's words came out stuttering.
"Anastasia." Herman suddenly called her name very seriously and walked over to her.
Anastasia's heart pounded instantly, and she felt like she was rooted to the spot, unable to move.
Blushing, she looked at him, her heart beating wildly.
She wondered, what if Herman wanted her to perform her duties as a wife? What should she do?
They were legally married, and it would be only natural if he had such a request.
Just when Anastasia was torn, Herman reached out to her.
His touch made Anastasia hold her towel tighter.
She thought he was going to do something, but he merely brushed a stray hair from her forehead.
"If you wash your hair at night, remember to dry it, or you might get a headache."
"Ah? Okay!" Anastasia nodded, which made him laugh.
He leaned down and teased in her ear, "Are you scared I'll do something to you?"
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