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.”

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

had a team of

looked at Anastasia in anticipation. Anastasia, however, was oblivious to the thoughts in Layna’s mind. Seeing Layna’s tears stirred something in her. Perhaps becoming a mother

decision. “Layna, your father loves you too.

to go with you. You promised me. You said

the crying.” Reagan grabbed Layna’s arm. “Anastasia isn’t your real mother.

I know what you want – a comfortable life with

go or not. He just dragged her out of the house. Salma tried to

I’m doing,” Reagan retorted, picking up Layna and tucking her under his arm.

to deal with her.

just short-tempered.” Reagan shrugged, and then left, still carrying Layna. “Let’s go.”