The Bond Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 373

Feiman wiped the beads of sweat from his forehead and took a deep breath before answering the call. “Son, what can I do for you?” He tried to keep his voice as normal as possible.

Herman asked in a deep voice, “Dad, aren’t you at the office?”

Feiman replied, “No, I have a golf game with Johns. What's up? If it's not critical, I'd like to get back to my game.”

Herman's voice was clear and determined. “We lost the bid for the Sincere Investment project. I just wanted to let you know.”

Feiman felt a sinking sensation in his stomach. “It's just one project, no big deal. Elysian Technologies isn't going to collapse over this; don't stress yourself out.”

Herman frowned slightly. “Enjoy your game. I won't disturb you.”

“Alright.” Feiman quickly ended the call and breathed a sigh of relief. He thought he had successfully dodged the bullet, but his hurried hang-up made Herman suspicious.

Feiman felt guilty.

Herman pondered briefly before making another call. “Dailey, check up on Joseph from Eagle Corporation…” Herman felt it was prudent to be cautious.

If Julie could find out about Joseph's background, Dailey would certainly be able to do it faster.

An hour later, Herman had all the information about Joseph. Joseph’s mother, Tina, used to be Feiman’s secretary.

After reviewing the documents, Herman’s expression darkened.

Dailey asked, “Boss, are you okay?”

The sudden appearance of a half-brother would unsettle anyone. Herman sealed the documents. “Let's keep this under wraps.”

Dailey agreed, “Understood, boss.”

As long as Feiman could keep his secret from Katelyn, Herman would hold off on exposing him. If this ticking time bomb exploded, it would be a huge blow to Katelyn.

“No wonder I saw police cars in the neighborhood,” Herman commented. “They still haven’t found him?”

“No news yet.” Anastasia closed the balcony window. “Leo and Penny had a fight this afternoon. Leo chased Penny all over the neighborhood. I told Mom not to take Pattie outside. It's not safe.”

“We've finished setting up the new house. We'll move there this weekend.” Herman came up behind Anastasia and wrapped his arms around her. “It's quieter there.”

“Sure,” Anastasia agreed. She was uneasy about Penny losing her child, especially after Leo had threatened someone with a knife. Who knew what could happen next if they couldn't find the child?

Herman gently rubbed Anastasia's belly and asked softly, “How are you feeling? Still bloated?”

“I'm much better,” Anastasia replied with a smile. “Our baby is so good, not causing me any trouble. In fact, I had a bowl of soup and some vegetables for dinner.”

“Eat smaller meal portions and control your diet,” Herman advised. “I've hired a nutritionist who will take care of your diet once we move to the new house.”

“That's great,” Anastasia smiled, then asked, “By the way, did you sort out the issue with my cousin?”