The Bond Between Us ( Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 1172

Anastasia couldn’t help but laugh, both exasperated and charmed by her squishy, adorable son. Her resolve melted away in a heartbeat.

“Since you’re being so sincere about your apology, Mommy will buy it for you,” she relented. Really, what mom can keep a straight face in front of her kid? “But first, give Mommy a kiss.”

Nancy didn’t hesitate. He planted a loud, smacking kiss right on her cheek. “Mommy, I love you!”

That sweet little mouth could talk its way into anything—Anastasia’s mood turned sunny in an instant. If she could, she’d reach up and pull the stars and moon down just to make him smile.

She bought Nancy his coveted toy, and made sure to get something for Emmie and Paradise too. After all, you have to keep things fair between the kids.

Afterwards, Anastasia took her chance. “Honey, do you want to live with Mommy from now on?”

“I want to build my own little house and live there by myself,” Nancy replied stubbornly, sticking to his guns.

Anastasia could only laugh. “And what about Mommy? When I’m old and can’t work anymore—what will I do if I can’t afford food? Sweetheart, are you just going to leave Mommy alone?”

Nancy actually paused to think about it. Then he said, very seriously, “I’ll build you a big house. And I’ll cook for you, too.”

“Mommy just wants to live with you—even if it’s in your little house.”

“No, Mommy, you should live in the big house. I’ll stay in my little one.” Nancy was determined to have his own space, no matter what.

Anastasia ruffled his soft hair. “You little rascal, already talking about moving out and splitting up the family. After all the spoiling you’ve had!”

Once again, her son’s sweet talk had gotten him a new toy. She couldn’t help but feel she’d been played.

When it came to outsmarting the kids, Anastasia knew Herman always had the upper hand.

Meanwhile, Carter and Andrew had just finished helping themselves to a late-night snack at the Salstroms’ place. If there was a prize for shamelessness, Carter and his son would win it hands down.

On the walk home, Carter took the chance to lecture Andrew. “Son, you should drop by the Salstroms more often. Keep those connections warm.”

Andrew grinned. “Don’t worry, Dad. I know the drill. You don’t have to tell me.”

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