The Bound Between Us

Chapter 128

When Anastasia found out Herman had been playing her for a fool all the sweet memories of the past seemed like a big joke to her. She had been an open book to him, but he had been on guard against her all along

The deception left her heartbroken and confused. She didn’t latch onto Herman for his house, but as his wife, she deserved to know the truth. The more she thought about it the more upset she became And just as she was about to head home, something caught her dress

Looking down, Anastasia discovered a little girl hiding under the bench. That little girl was Patte

Pattie shyly looked at Anastasia, clutching tightly onto her dress

Anastasia squatted down and asked, “Why are you hiding here, kiddo? Come out, you might bump your head”

Pattie didn’t budge, shaking her head and staying mute. Unsure of what to do, Anastasia asked, “Are you playing hide and seek with other kids, sweetie?”

Pattie shook her head again, and just silently stared at Anastasia

Pattie’s eyes, Anastasia felt a deep sense of familiarity. “Could you tell me your name sweetie,

the mention of going home, Pattie reacted strongly, shaking her head

but there was no one else in sight. Anastasia had no idea where

her big eyes fixated on Anastasia, one hand tightly holding

understand what she meant, until she heard Pattie’s stomach grow! “Are

since last night and was running on an empty stomach

eyes. Anastasia’s heart broke Suddenly, she said, “How about you come home

nodded, tightly hugging Anastasia. Anastasia smiled, tousling

been from the neighborhood.

wasn’t looking. Anastasia snapped a photo of her and posted it in the homeowners’ group chat, asking if anyone had lost their child. After sending the message, Anastasia turned on the TV

behavior of kids her age. Anastasia realized there might’ve been something wrong with this child. She

pancakes were ready, Anastasia brought them to the living room. The smell made Pattie slide off the couch, crawl onto

“Slow down, kiddo,