The Bound Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 419

Chapter 419 

The tender movements of their unborn child brought a sense of anticipation and excitement to both Herman and Anastasia. 

Herman had already prepared a room for the baby. It was filled with the best and most expensive toys, clothes, and a crib. 

Anastasia’s radiance during pregnancy was unmissable. Her skin was glowing. She seemed more gentle and graceful, and her feminine charm was more profound. 

After Anastasia had fallen asleep, Herman quietly went out to the living room for a smoke. He was particularly worried about these final two months. The closer they got to the end, the more crucial it was to remain vigilant. 

Originally, the plan was to let the baby stay in Anastasia’s womb for seven months, but Anastasia wanted to try for eight months before having a C-section. Every additional day the baby spent in the womb, the better their immunity would be, and the better their overall development would be. 

Herman understood Anastasia’s decision. What mother wouldn’t want to give their child 

the best possible start? 

Throughout her pregnancy, Anastasia had gained about fifteen pounds, and she 

frequently suffered from back pain. She thought she could keep this secret from Herman,, 

but he knew better. 

As the baby grew bigger and the space in her womb became smaller, it added to Anastasia’s burden. 

After finishing one cigarette, Herman was about to light a second one when Feiman appeared, looking disheveled in his pajamas. 

“What’s keeping you up, Herman?” Feiman asked casually. “You’re about to be a father. There’s no need to look so worried.” 

Men always know each other best. Only a man with troubles would seek solace in a cigarette. Feiman was also planning on having a couple of cigarettes to help unwind. 

“Thinking about some business matters,” Herman replied. “Mom hasn’t let you back into the bedroom yet?” 

“Your mom is as stubborn as a mule,” Feiman grumbled, looking dejected. 

Katelyn still wouldn’t let him sleep in their room. They’d been sleeping separately for several months now. Even when he offered himself up for a good scolding, Katelyn refused to engage. She treated him like he was invisible. He had lost his temper and raised his voice earlier, but she continued to ignore him. 

Feiman lit a cigarette and sighed. “Your mom’s treating me like I’m on death row, slowly 

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torturing me with her cold indifference. What does she want, anyway? Anastasia has a daughter, and she’s accepted it. The whole family has. I have an illegitimate son, but suddenly it’s like I’ve committed a cardinal sin. 

Regretting his outburst, Feiman glanced at Herman’s reaction and quickly added, “Herman, I didn’t mean to speak ill of Anastasia.” 

Herman rose to his feet. His tone was nonchalant. “I’m going back to my room. You 

should head to bed too, dad.” 

Feiman wanted to have a heart-to-heart chat, and blow off some steam, but before they could even get started, he had managed to upset his eldest son. 

Feiman wanted to say something, but in the end, he just waved his hand, signaling 

Herman to go get some rest. 

The next day, Anastasia, accustomed to sleeping in during her last few months of pregnancy, forgot she was in Salstrom Manor and didn’t wake up until almost ten. 

Herman had already left for work. Anastasia hastily got out of bed and headed downstairs.