The Bound Between Us

Chapter 310

Anastasia and Salma returned to their hotel room. Salma remained silent, feeling a sense of shame when faced with her daughter.

“Mom, you barely ate anything at The Regal Palate. Do you want something to eat? You can rest after you’ve had something.” Anastasia suggested, “You could go and freshen up first.”

Salma’s leg injury had healed, and she could ditch the crutches. This brought comfort to Anastasia.

Hesitantly, Salma spoke up, “Ana, I’m sorry. Your dad and I shouldn’t have lied to you. I wasn’t really sick.”

“Yeah, I know.” Anastasia responded lightly, “Mom, just eat and rest. Don’t think about anything else. We’ll go back to Riverdale when you’re ready.” For Anastasia, there was no rush. As long as she could help her mother work through this, nothing else mattered.

Anastasia’s reaction only made Sálma feel more ashamed. Clenching her fists, she said, “It’s my fault. I let your dad fool me again. They really crossed the line. I thought your dad had changed, that he genuinely accepted you. I didn’t realize they were still after you.”

years ago. These people have become more cunning over the years. It’s normal

this.” Salma couldn’t bear it anymore. Who could stand being lied to over and over again? Emotions could change

what do you want to do?” She thought her mother would be devastated. After such a blow, she expected her mother to be in low spirits, sad and upset. Instead,

one-third of the

up, stunned, “Wait, Mom, are you serious? I was just throwing words out there earlier, trying to get

Salma insisted, “Your dad and Ashley have always looked down on others because of their wealth and power. The Morton family also looked down on me. Now I want everything they owe me. They brought this on

was deep in love or engrossed in her career, she always gave Anastasia

further, “Ana, can you do it? You’re Tavon’s daughter. You should have

to refuse. “Um, I’ll consult with a lawyer first.” Anastasia said,

is served.”

enjoyed her dinner heartily. Anastasia was surprised