The Bound Between Us

Chapter 414
As Anastasia tenderly caressed her pregnant belly, a radiant smile of happiness spread across her face. “We didn’t find out the
gender. We’ll be happy with a boy or a girl.”
“You’ve only been married to Herman for a few months and you’re already pregnant. I’m in my thirties and still single.” Gianna
said with a hint of self-deprecation. “My mom even had my fortune read, saying I’m destined to be single.”
Anastasia chuckled. “You’re beautiful and successful, Gianna. There’s no shortage of men who are interested in you. Are you
worried you won’t find a good husband?”
“They’re all after something, and I know exactly what it is. After Joey’s accident, they’re not just interested in me. They’re after
my money.” Gianna jested, “Besides, compared to your husband, they’re not even in the same league.”
Anastasia just took it as a joke and didn’t notice the hidden jealousy in Gianna’s words. She playfully asked, “So, are you really
going to stay single?”
“Being single isn’t so bad if you can’t find the right one.” Gianna laughed, “If you were willing to share your husband with me, I
wouldn’t hesitate. A good man like that is worth holding onto.”
Gianna’s words were a little overboard, revealing her envy and admiration for Anastasia.
Anastasia gave a forced smile, and Gianna quickly added, “I’m just kidding, Anastasia. I wouldn’t steal your husband. Besides,
Herman wouldn’t be interested in a divorced woman who’s older than he is.”
Gianna was indeed older than Herman.
Although Gianna claimed to be joking, Anastasia felt a discomfort in her heart. Not all jokes are appropriate.
As they were chatting, Herman called to pick up Anastasia. Soon after the call, Anastasia waited for him by the road. Gianna
didn’t dare to give Herman an extra glance, fearing her feelings would be revealed.
Anastasia noticed Gianna’s coldness towards Herman and didn’t think much of it.
While Dailey was driving, Herman and Anastasia sat in the back. He affectionately held her hand. “You got up so early today.
How about I take you home for a nap?”

Anastasia laughed, “Can you read my mind?” She was indeed tired. With her belly growing bigger, the load on her waist was
increasing. The aftereffects of her previous injury were also starting to show, causing pain if she sat for too long, but she didn’t
want Herman to worry.
Anastasia leaned against Herman’s shoulder. Her gaze fell on her belly as she gently stroked it. “Our baby has been quite active
today, kicking me several times.”
“If it turns out to be a boy, I’ll definitely teach him a lesson.”
Anastasia laughed, “What if it’s a girl?”
Herman replied seriously, “A stern talking-to will suffice.”
“Are you biased towards girls, ‘Herman?” Anastasia asked in amusement. “You should treat boys and girls equally.”
“That’s not how it works. Boys need to be more responsible.” Herman explained, “Boys shouldn’t be pampered.”
“We’ll see if you can follow through when we really have a son.” Anastasia hummed, “Let’s go back to Salstrom Manor. We
haven’t been back for a while. Your mother has been nagging about it. If we don’t go back, it’ll be disrespectful. I heard Grannie
Anita calling you this morning, urging you to come home.”
Katelyn had been nagging at Herman several times. Anastasia also wanted to visit the Grannie, but Herman didn’t allow it.
Herman was too protective of her. It was unusual for a family to be so distant.
Herman frowned. “My mom told me how she almost had a miscarriage due to stress when she was pregnant with me. With your
health condition, I can’t let you get stressed.”
“If we don’t go back, Grannie Anita will be even more upset.” Anastasia said, linking her arm through Herman’s. “The doctor said
that both I and the baby are in good condition. Let’s go back to Salstrom Manor tonight. It’ll make your mother happy.”
It wasn’t just for Grannie Anita’s sake, but also for Katelyn’s. Her mother-in-law had always been kind to her, and really hoped
that Anastasia would come home for dinner.