The Bond Between Us (Anastasia and Herman)

Herman's face was drawn with worry. The cargo loss was severe, and if they didn't deliver on time as per the contract, the compensation would be astronomical.

When they signed the contract, the other party had insisted on adding an extra three percent to the compensation clause. Now, he couldn't shake off the feeling that this project was a set-up from the start. The order contract had been signed by Flynn himself. Herman tapped his fingers on the desk, quickly formulating a plan. In a frosty voice, he ordered, "Get Flynn on this. Have him dig into the client's background thoroughly. Not a single lead can be overlooked. We need to source goods from our competitors immediately, Nelson caught on immediately. "Mr. Salstrom, you think this is a set-up?"

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Herman shot him a piercing look. "You've been with me for years, Nelson. Don't ask such idiotic questions."

Nelson shuddered. "Yes, Mr. Salstrom. I'll get right on it."

Anastasia had been eavesdropping from the study door. After Nelson left, she entered. "Is the situation really that bad? Should I start packing for your 8 o'clock flight?"

"Hold on, Anastasia." Herman walked over to her, took her hand, and his eyes fell on her swollen belly. "I may be gone for a few days this time. Please take care of yourself at home. Try not to go out and about. If there's anywhere you want to go, we can go together when I return. Don't overeat and if you feel unwell, let me know right away."

Herman was incredibly worried about Anastasia. As her belly grew, his fear for her well-being increased. However, the situation at the factory was equally pressing. If not handled appropriately, the news could break and have a significant impact on Elysian Technologies. Flynn had walked right into a trap. The penalty for not delivering on time was five times the order amount, plus an additional three percent profit. Herman felt the urge to punch Flynn. How could he have been so naive? Anastasia looked at him and smiled. "Don't worry. The baby and I will be waiting for you at home. I'll stay in and take care of myself. Katie and Mom are here, so everything will be fine. You don't have to worry." She didn't want to be a hindrance to Herman's career.

Herman hugged Anastasia. "Wait for me at home."

"Okay."

Anastasia smiled, then went to pack Herman's suitcase.

Upon hearing that Herman was leaving, Pattie was upset and wanted to go with him.

Herman promised Pattie, "Daddy will bring you a gift when I get back. Tell me what you want, and I'll get it for you. But you need to be a good girl, don't upset Mommy and take care of her, okay?"

"Daddy, I don't want a gift. I just want you to come back soon." Pattie clung to Herman. "Daddy, promise me you'll come back soon."

"Okay." Herman smiled and ruffled Pattie's hair.

Anastasia had finished packing, and the driver was waiting outside. Flynn, having been notified, had also hurried over to Southridge Estates.

Upon seeing Herman, Flynn didn't dare to breathe too loudly. He knew he had messed up and hung his head.

Herman glanced at him icily. "What are you waiting for? Get in the car."

Flynn didn't dare to speak. He obediently got in the car, greeting Anastasia, "I'll be going now, sister-in-law."

"Okay." Anastasia, with Pattie in her arms, stood on the front steps of the house. "Drive safely and text me when you get there."

Herman sat in the car, gazing at Anastasia's pregnant figure, his eyes filled with tenderness. "It's windy outside, go inside."

The driver started the car; they needed to hurry to the airport.

Anastasia stood at the door until the car disappeared from sight, then she went back inside.

The news of Herman leaving Riverdale quickly reached Joseph and Julie.

A glint of triumph flashed in Julie's eyes. This was a golden opportunity. She immediately dialed Grannie Anita. "Grannie, Herman's out of town..."