In Chapter 77 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 77 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 kissing Anastasia when he suddenly realized that she had fallen asleep.
"Look at this silly girl, falling asleep just like that."
Feeling both amused and helpless, Herman planted a kiss on her forehead.
"You're such an easy target. Lucky it's me you ran into."
To Herman, Anastasia was an innocent soul who saw the world through rose-tinted glasses.
With Anastasia fast asleep, Herman halted his advances. His rationality returned because he wanted their first time to be a conscious and mutual decision.
He tucked Anastasia in and went off to take a shower.
Anastasia was sleeping like a log, totally oblivious to what had happened or where she was.
After his shower, Herman changed into his pajamas. He was initially thinking of vacating the room for Anastasia and crashing on the living room couch, but he couldn't resist her beautiful face and decided to stay.
He slid under the covers and spooned her to sleep.
It was his first time sleeping with Anastasia like this, yet it felt oddly familiar, as if they'd been living this way for years.
Anastasia was always a restless sleeper, tossing and turning in his arms. Her face was pressed against his chest, and her legs were entwined with his.
She clung to Herman like an octopus, a sleep position that made her feel secure and comfortable.
Herman felt a warm feeling wash over him as he watched her sleep peacefully.
For Herman, this night was a test of self-control. It wasn't easy having a beauty in his arms and not succumbing to desire.
The next day.
Sunlight streamed in through the window. Anastasia woke up, stretched lazily, and was about to get ready for work when she noticed something was off.
This wasn't her room.
This was Herman's room and this was Herman's bed.
Anastasia was taken aback. She turned to her side and found Herman still in deep sleep.
Covering her face, she quickly checked herself. Her clothes were intact, and she felt no discomfort. It seemed like nothing had happened.
Anastasia heaved a sigh of relief. She really shouldn't drink too much, considering her poor alcohol tolerance.
She wasn't drunk enough to blackout and started recalling the events of last night. She remembered acting cute, asking for kisses, and chasing Herman around.
"I can't believe I embarrassed myself like that."
Would Herman think she had crossed the line?
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