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?”

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

in their ways; it’s normal for Granny Anita to be upset. Anyone would be in

with a slight smile, “That’s why I appreciate

win Granny Anita’s

sleeping. Herman found the blanket kicked aside when he entered. He covered her up and sat down, watching as Pattie slept peacefully. He couldn’t help

still groggy, rubbed her eyes,

extended his arms, “Let me hug

awake yet, instinctively

in his arms and softly said, “Did

now fully awake, and her eyes were wide open. Having just woken up, Pattie looked bewildered. “Daddy, did you and Mommy

Herman reassured her with

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

was still sleepy. After being reassured, she closed her eyes and fell asleep again

her. After a while, Anastasia gently pushed the door open and

“She’s such a sensible child. She hardly

not afraid and doesn’t throw tantrums.” Anastasia sat down, gently stroking Pattie’s hand, “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 conditions at Penny’s

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