The Bound Between Us

Chapter 45
Ms. Katelyn, how come you know so much about Herman’s childhood?” Anastasia asked with a puzzled expression.
Katelyn suddenly felt a surge of nervousness, realizing she had blabbered too much.
With an awkward laugh, Katelyn explained, “Oh, it’s all from chats I had with Herman’s mom. You know how it is when women
get together, we just can’t stop yapping about our kids. That’s how I know so much”
“Ah, gotcha “Anastasia found the explanation reasonable.
Seizing the opportunity, Katelyn nudged, “Ana, you and Herman should think about having a kid of your own. Everything
changes once you have a child, men tend to become more tied to the family, and feel more responsible.”
Considering she and Herman were still sleeping in separate rooms, Anastasia didn’t feel the rush to have a baby.
“Ms. Katelyn, I know you mean well, but we don’t want to rush things,” Anastasia replied.
Katelyn bluntly asked, “Are you two still sleeping in separate rooms?”
The question made Anastasia a bit awkward.
Holding Anastasia’s hand, Katelyn said with seriousness, Ana, Herman’s a good catch, you should hold onto him tight. Men of
the Salstrom family are super loyal in marriage. As long as you and Herman are solid, you’ll have a good life ahead. I only see
you as Herman’s wife.”
Anastasia felt moved by Katelyn’s approval
“Ms. Katelyn, I...” Anastasia was about to speak when her phone suddenly rang.
She quickly washed her hands and answered the call.
It was from Elysian Technologies HR department, “Is this Ms. Anastasia? This is HR from Elysian Technologies. Congratulations,
you’ve passed the interview. Please bring your medical report and come for the onboarding process as soon as possible.”
The news left Anastasia somewhat dazed. After verifying the caller’s identity, she kept thanking them on the phone.
After hanging up, she was still in a bit of a daze.

“Ana, what happened?” Katelyn asked curiously.
“Ms. Katelyn, I passed the interview. Elysian Technologies just called me to complete the hiring process.” Anastasia slapped her
face and said, “I really made it. I thought I had no chance.”
She had been humiliated by the interviewer during the interview and had lost hope.
This call was definitely a pleasant surprise for her.
“Really?” Katelyn was delighted to hear that Anastasia was joining their family business. It seemed Anastasia still held a
significant place in her sons heart, otherwise, she wouldn’t have been arranged to join the family’s company
Anastasia quickly shared this good news with Herman and also texted Monica.
Everyone but Anastasia knew this was a sure thing and hence weren’t surprised.
Upon hearing Anastasia had to get a medical check–up the next day, Monica got a bit nervous and offered to accompany
Anastasia to the hospital.
Meanwhile, Herman had dinner plan that evening. He texted Anastasia to have dinner alone without waiting for him.
Anastasia and Katelyn made a lot of dishes. Hearing Herman wasn’t coming home for dinner, she felt a bit down,
But Anastasia didn’t show it. Knowing Herman was busy, she and Katelyn had dinner and watched TV together until 10 pm when
Katelyn went back to her place
Herman didn’t come home until 11 pm. By the time he got back, Anastasia was already asleep.
There was a piece of watermelon on the table with a sticky note that read, “Remember to eat the watermelon, or it won’t be fresh
tomorrow.”
Herman picked up the note, a small smile playing on his lips.
He had already eaten dinner and wasn’t really hungry. But seeing the note and the smiley face on it, he obediently sat down and
ate the watermelon.
After eating the watermelon, Herman felt a bit bloated and soon started feeling uncomfortable. His stomach was upset.

That night, Herman didn’t know how many times he ran to the bathroom. He became a bit weak and found some medicine in the
early morning before falling asleep on the living room couch
The next morning, when Anastasia came out of her room and saw Herman sleeping on the couch, she was surprised.
Seeing that Herman was still sleeping, she tiptoed over. This was the first time she saw this man sleeping.
His handsome face exuded a cold aura, thick eyebrows, tall nose, slightly closed thin lips, every detail was striking.
Anastasia couldn’t resist the urge to touch his nose. Suddenly, Herman’s eyes shot open, and their eyes met.