The Bound Between Us

Chapter 403

Layna’s actions were extreme and unexpected.

Reagan grabbed Layna’s hand roughly, snapping, “You think I want to be here? If I weren’t here, you’d be on the streets begging or back at the orphanage.”

Layna shook off Reagan’s grip, moving to stand by Anastasia’s side. She was on the brink of tears. “I have a mom. I want to live with my mom.”

If Layna hadn’t been so wickedly manipulative, Anastasia might have considered adopting her, to keep Pattie company. However, Layna relentlessly attempted to outshine Pattie, even resorting to endangering her, which made Anastasia hesitate.

Reagan got to his feet, pointing at Layna and shouting, “Anastasia isn’t your real mom. You were born to a life of hardship with me. You don’t have the luck to be Ms. Anastasia’s daughter. Now, come with me or you’ll be begging on the streets.”

Anastasia’s hand, crying, “Mom, I’m sorry. I’ll never hurt Pattie again. I’ll be good,

heard Salma talking about their upcoming move to a new house, which was a grand mansion like those from the TV shows. It had a team of housekeepers and servants. She had been dreaming of a princess-like life. Her mind was filled with dreams of countless toys and

at Anastasia in anticipation. Anastasia, however, was oblivious to the thoughts in Layna’s mind. Seeing Layna’s tears stirred something

momentary softening. She stuck to her decision. “Layna, your father loves you too. Go with him. Focus on your studies. Live a good life. I’ll come

I want to go with you. You promised me. You said I would have

the crying.” Reagan grabbed Layna’s arm.

her. I know what you want – a comfortable life with

Layna wanted to go or not. He just dragged her out of the house. Salma tried to intervene. “Hey, go easy on her. She’s just a kid…”

doing,” Reagan retorted, picking up Layna and tucking her under his arm. “Anastasia,

a different way to deal with

shrugged, and then left, still carrying Layna. “Let’s go.”