The Bound Between Us

Chapter 128

When Anastasia found out Herman had been playing her for a fool all the sweet memories of the past seemed like a big joke to her. She had been an open book to him, but he had been on guard against her all along

The deception left her heartbroken and confused. She didn’t latch onto Herman for his house, but as his wife, she deserved to know the truth. The more she thought about it the more upset she became And just as she was about to head home, something caught her dress

Looking down, Anastasia discovered a little girl hiding under the bench. That little girl was Patte

Pattie shyly looked at Anastasia, clutching tightly onto her dress

Anastasia squatted down and asked, “Why are you hiding here, kiddo? Come out, you might bump your head”

Pattie didn’t budge, shaking her head and staying mute. Unsure of what to do, Anastasia asked, “Are you playing hide and seek with other kids, sweetie?”

Pattie shook her head again, and just silently stared at Anastasia

felt a deep sense of familiarity. “Could you tell me your name sweetie, and where you live?

the mention of going home, Pattie reacted strongly, shaking her head

She looked around, but there was no one else in sight. Anastasia had no idea where this child came

from under the bench, her big eyes fixated on Anastasia, one

she heard Pattie’s stomach grow! “Are you

since last night and was running on an empty stomach

heart broke Suddenly, she said, “How about you come home with me, and I’ll cook you

hugging Anastasia. Anastasia smiled, tousling Pattie’s hair, and then

must’ve been from

sending the message, Anastasia turned on the TV for Pattie to watch as she went to make pancakes in the kitchen. Every now and then, Anastasia would glance over at the living room

sat quietly watching TV, without speaking or laughing, far from the lively behavior of kids her age. Anastasia realized there might’ve been something wrong with this child. She

the pancakes were ready, Anastasia brought them to the living room. The smell made Pattie slide off the couch, crawl onto the dining table,

quickly reminded her, “Slow down, kiddo, don’t burn yourself.”

It was like she hadn’t eaten for a long time. Scared that someone might take her food, Pattie ate in a rush. Anastasia quickly poured her a glass