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?”

anything. They must respect Herman’s views.” Anastasia said, “Now that Herman is on my side, Granny Anita can’t do anything. But, we are a family, and we need to stick together. I’ll find a way to make Granny Anita accept

are often set in their ways; it’s normal for Granny Anita to be

slight smile, “That’s why I appreciate this hard-won marriage

do: win Granny Anita’s

entered. He covered her up and sat down, watching as Pattie slept peacefully. He

still groggy, rubbed her eyes,

arms, “Let me hug you.”

yet, instinctively reached out for

his arms and softly said, “Did Daddy wake you up?”

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

Herman reassured

gave Herman a sense of warmth. He couldn’t help but treat Pattie kindly, wanting to give her the best.

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

her. After a while, Anastasia gently pushed

such a sensible child. She hardly gives us any trouble.”

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

the past hardships of Pattie, Herman and Anastasia were even more compassionate towards her. Herman said, “The renovation of the new house is done. We can move in anytime. I’m just worried that Pattie, who just got used