The Bound Between Us

Chapter 9
Considering the recent ordeal where her mother threatened to take her own life because she was forcing her to go on blind
dates, Anastasia was scared
out of her wits.
Upon reaching the hospital, Anastasia found out from the nurse station that her mom was on the third floor Without wasting any
time, she dashed upstairs with Herman hot on her heels.
In the ward, her mom, Salma, just woke up. The doctor walked over with the medical report in hand. “Nothing serious, just low
blood sugar. She needs to rest and eat on time. It’d be best to carry some candies on you”
Salma couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “I only have low blood sugar?”
A few months ago, she was diagnosed with cancer in this very hospital. After fainting, she thought she was done for.
The doctor confidently reassured her, “You indeed only have low blood sugar. A bit of rest and you can be discharged.”
“But doc, could you double–check to see if I have any other illnesses...”
“Mum,” Anastasia walked over, her eyes red and teary. “Mum, are you okay? Why did you faint all of a sudden? Doc, what’s
wrong with my mom?”
The doctor replied, “You must be a family member. The patient just has low blood sugar due to overexertion. As long as she
rests and eats on time, it’s nothing serious.”
Anastasia breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. On her way here, she had feared for the worst.
Salma was somewhat confused, “Doctor, don’t I have any other diseases? Three months ago, I was diagnosed with cancer in
your hospital.”
Hearing the word ‘cancer, Anastasia turned pale and looked at the doctor.
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The doctor said, “According to the test results, no other diseases were found. If you’re still worried, we can do a comprehensive
check.”
Anastasia immediately agreed, “Yes, let’s do that. Only a thorough check could put her mind at ease.
The doctor said, “Alright then, go make the payment.”
Shortly thereafter, the second test results came out, confirming that Salma only had low blood sugar and was cancer–free.
The hospital found out that there had been a mix–up earlier. Salma had picked up the wrong report and mistakenly thought she
had cancer. Upon hearing that she didn’t have cancer, she was stunned for a few seconds before breaking down in tears in
Anastasia’s arms.
“Ana, I wronged you. I thought I was dying, so I forced you to go on those blind dates. You even rushed into a marriage. If you
aren’t happy in the future, I’ll feel guilty”
Salma sobbed and said, “Ana, how about you divorce him now? We can take our time to find someone you like, someone
suitable.”
Anastasia awkwardly glanced at Herman standing nearby.
She had only been married for a week, and her mom was already suggesting she divorce Herman? Wouldn’t that make Herman
a divorcee?
Anastasia helplessly reminded her, “Mom, calm down. There is someone else here!”
Salma then noticed that there was indeed another person in the room. “Ana, who’s this handsome young man?”
Anastasia forced a smile and introduced him, “Mom, this is your son–in–law, Herman.”
Salma stopped crying, and her eyes widened.
Herman greeted her warmly. “Hello, Ms. Jewell.”
Salma was a bit flustered and stuttered, “So, you’re Herman? You’re really handsome. Good job, the matchmaking website’s
recommendation was spot on. You’re very handsome.”

Anastasia felt the awkwardness, and so did Salma.
The atmosphere was a bit weird. But there was a hint of amusement in Herman’s eyes. This was the first time he’d met such an
interesting mother–daughter duo.
Herman said, “Anastasia, you help your mom pack up. I’ll go bring the car around. Now that everything’s okay, let’s go home. It’s
more comfortable than the hospital.
There was no need for Salma to stay in the hospital.
Salma didn’t like staying in the hospital, and she watched everything Herman did. She had been worried that Anastasia had
chosen the wrong man, but now, it seemed that this man was not bad at all.
Through his actions, it was clear that Herman was a good man. He took the initiative to pay the bills and communicated carefully
with the doctor before
the results were out.