The Bound Between Us

Chapter 353

Harmony Meadows.

Herman and Anastasia returned home to find Salma still waiting in the living room, while Pattie had already dozed off.

Upon seeing them, Salma immediately asked, “Herman, Ana, what happened?”

Anastasia replied, “Mom, everything’s fine. It’s late, why aren’t you asleep?”

“You all disappeared and left the dinner party early. How could I sleep?” Salma responded.

Anastasia gave Herman a look, signaling him to go to their room while she talked with Salma. Understanding the cue, Herman chose to give them some space and headed to Pattie’s room.

Once in the spare bedroom, Salma lowered her voice and asked, “Ana, tell me honestly, what happened?”

“I’m infertile and the Salstroms found out about my premarital pregnancy. Granny Anita is upset, but everything is fine now.” Anastasia explained briefly, The truth can’t be hidden forever. It’s better that they know now.”

“And how did the Herman’s parents react?” Salma asked, sounding worried, “What did they say?”

is on my side, Granny Anita can’t do anything. But, we are a family, and we need

to be upset. Anyone would be in her shoes.” Salma reasoned, showing

said with a slight smile, “That’s

was clear about what she needed to do: win Granny Anita’s acceptance, take care of her health, and prepare for In-Vitro Fertilization.

He covered her up and sat down, watching as Pattie slept peacefully. He couldn’t help but smile at her cuteness.

her

“Let me

not fully awake yet, instinctively

his arms and softly said, “Did Daddy wake you

eyes were wide open. Having just woken up, Pattie looked bewildered. “Daddy, did you and Mommy have a fight?” Pattie asked. She was trying to understand the situation

fight.” Herman

himself “Daddy” gave Herman a sense of warmth. He couldn’t help but

reassured, she closed her eyes and fell asleep again in Herman’s arms.

didn’t want to disturb her. After a while, Anastasia gently pushed the door open and asked quietly, “Is Pattie

her bed, “She’s such a sensible child. She hardly

“I heard that at Penny’s place, Pattie used to sleep in the living room or on the balcony. She didn’t even have a mattress.” Even a dog deserved a cardboard mat to lie on. Pattie’s living

the new house is done. We can move in anytime. I’m just worried that Pattie, who just got