The Bound Between Us

Chapter 384

Penny suddenly gripped Layna’s arms and her voice was strained with urgency. “Is your mother’s name Anastasia?”

Penny’s abruptness startled Layna and her face was paling in fear. “Let go of me, you lunatic!” Layna cried out, struggling to free herself. Penny’s eyes were blazing as she said, “I know where your mother is. I’ll take you to her.”

At those words, Layna finally quieted down, her fear forgotten. She gazed at Penny, her voice filled with hope. “You know my mother?”

Penny gritted her teeth. “I’d recognize her no matter where she goes.”

Layna was dismissive, her tone imperious. “Then take me to her now. My mother is beautiful and wealthy. I’ll have her reward you once we get there.

Anastasia had just put Pattie to bed when she heard a noise at the door. Carefully tucking Pattie in, she got up to investigate.

As she reached the living room, there was a knock on the door.

it. It was Herman. She asked,

you eat dinner?”

much, just half a bowl and some fruit.” Anastasia laughed. “I’m eating smaller portions more frequently. I am not overeating.” “We have

for every prenatal check-up, no exceptions,” Herman said with a smile. “You women have a knack for holding grudges, especially during pregnancy and confinement. I must make a good impression.”

“You’re

changed his shoes, Anastasia sat down on the foyer bench. “Herman,” she hesitated.

“The orphanage director called me. I met the child and had a DNA

After she finished, he looked at her, understanding what she was implying.

day after tomorrow. The house is big enough. If the DNA

want to cause Anastasia any distress. It was a “Love me, love my children”

sorry.

was the best thing that had ever happened to

door. Who could be visiting at this hour? The two exchanged a glance, and Herman got up to answer the door. A little girl stood there, a backpack slung over her shoulders.