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.”

I am mom’s daughter!” Layna clung to Anastasia’s hand, crying, “Mom, I’m sorry. I’ll never hurt Pattie again. I’ll be good, and I’ll take care of Pattie. I don’t want to

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

mind. Seeing Layna’s tears stirred something in her.

a 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 to see you.”

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

grabbed Layna’s arm. “Anastasia isn’t your

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

just dragged her out of the house.

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

“Reagan, I suggest you find a different way to deal with her. The more you push, the more she’ll

and then left, still carrying