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?”

Anita can’t do anything. But, we are a family, and we need to stick together.

in their ways; it’s normal for Granny Anita to be upset. Anyone would be in her shoes.” Salma reasoned, showing understanding.

slight smile, “That’s

win Granny Anita’s acceptance, take care of her health, and prepare for In-Vitro

her up and

groggy, rubbed her eyes,

extended his arms, “Let me

yet, instinctively reached

and softly said,

open. Having just woken up, Pattie looked bewildered. “Daddy, did

Herman reassured her with a

gave Herman a sense of warmth. He couldn’t help but treat Pattie kindly, wanting

still sleepy. After being reassured, she closed her

to disturb her. After a while, Anastasia gently pushed the door open and asked quietly, “Is

such a sensible child. She hardly gives us

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

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 to kindergarten, might have trouble