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?”

Granny Anita can’t do anything.

to be upset. Anyone would be in her shoes.” Salma

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

she needed to do: win Granny Anita’s acceptance, take care of her health, and

off her blanket when 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 but smile at her cuteness. Suddenly, Pattie turned over and

rubbed her eyes,

his arms, “Let me hug you.”

fully awake yet, instinctively

arms and softly said, “Did

shook her head. She was now fully awake, and her eyes were wide open. Having just woken up, Pattie looked bewildered. “Daddy, did you and Mommy have a fight?” Pattie asked.

Mommy will never fight.” Herman reassured her with

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

her eyes and fell asleep

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

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

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

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