The Bond Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 766

Rowan cradled Anastasia in his arms as they flagged down a cab on the busy street. Melody slipped in right after them, even though Rowan initially wanted her out. But when Melody called Anastasia's name with genuine concern, he held back. Turning to the cab driver, his voice steady but urgent, he said, "To the hospital, please."

Anastasia was battling the effects of a drug, her skin flushed and burning with fever. Every fiber of her being screamed to shed her clothing, yet some distant part of her mind whispered restraint. Her body, however, refused to listen.

Melody gently adjusted Anastasia's clothes, whispering, "Hang in there, Mrs. Salstrom. We're almost at the hospital."

Rowan sat silently, anxiety etched into his features, his eyes never leaving Anastasia's face.

As soon as they reached the hospital, Rowan hurriedly summoned a doctor to counteract the drug. He left Melody to keep watch over Anastasia in the room while he paced the corridor outside, respecting the boundaries of decency.

The potent drug finally began to wear off after half an hour. Without the timely medical intervention, Anastasia's condition could have been catastrophic.

When she finally came to, she was drenched in sweat, as if she'd been swimming fully clothed.

Melody handed her a glass of water. "Here, Mrs. Salstrom, have some water."

Anastasia managed to prop herself up, her limbs heavy and sluggish. "Thank you," she murmured, taking a sip.

The water brought some clarity, and she felt a bit more grounded.

"Feeling any better?" Melody asked, concern lacing her voice.

"Yeah," Anastasia replied, exhaustion evident, her voice barely above a whisper.

Melody's indignation flared. "That Jarod is a real piece of work. Thank goodness someone stepped in; otherwise, who knows what could've happened."

Anastasia’s thoughts traveled back to the club, recalling it was Rowan who had come to her rescue.

“Where is he?” she asked, her voice gaining a bit of strength. “Where’s Rowan?”