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.”

“Mom, I’m sorry. I’ll never hurt Pattie

the TV shows. It had a

thoughts in Layna’s mind. Seeing

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

you. You promised me.

grabbed Layna’s arm. “Anastasia isn’t your real mother. I’m

what you want – a comfortable life

just dragged her out of the house. Salma tried

Layna and tucking her under his arm. “Anastasia, I’ll take this brat back

suggest you find a different way to deal with her. The more you push, the more she’ll resist.”

just short-tempered.” Reagan shrugged, and then left, still carrying Layna.