The Bound Between Us

Chapter 235

Herman had already planned everything out and prepared in advance. He had turned the study into a children’s room in their three-bedroom house, with the second bedroom just perfect for Salma.

Salma was pleased with Herman’s arrangements and thanked him, “Herman, you’ve really done a lot.” To be honest, Salma felt a bit sheepish because she hadn’t told Herman about Anastasia’s secret right from the start.

Herman smiled, “We’re all family here.” Then he squatted down next to Pattie and asked, “Pattie, what’s your favorite color?”

Pattie thought for a moment and said in a tender voice, “Pink.”

Herman chuckled, gave Pattie’s head a little pat, and half an hour later, the workers arrived. They were super quick and turned the study into a dreamy children’s room in just an hour. As per Pattie’s request, the room was decked out in pink, looking just like a castle. Pink curtains and carpet, white drapes, and loads of Barbie dolls and toys that girls love.

Herman took Pattie into the room, “Do you like it?”

Pattie was in disbelief. She had her own room and so many toys. Penny had never bought her any toys before, and she was always envious of others. Once, she asked Penny for a toy and got a beating for it, so she never dared to ask again. After starting school, Pattie saw other kids with toys and Barbies, and she was green with envy.

all these mine?” Pattie asked.

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over the moon, “I love it. I really really love it. I’m

child after all, happily jumped up and hugged her Barbie doll, saying with

Pattie happy made Herman and Anastasia happy as well

only had Herman prepared gifts for Pattie, but he also bought new clothes and toiletries for Salma, even getting her a comfy mattress to ensure she had a good night’s sleep. Herman had thought of everything. Anastasia was overwhelmed with gratitude, she stood on tiptoe, wrapped

happy that she totally forgot Salma was in the room.

her crutches, just in time to see the two of them kissing at the doorway of the children’s

gaze and pretended to look

Anastasia realized Salma was trying to change the subject and felt really awkward. Her face turned red, “I’ll go cook. Let’s

hour, the restaurant will deliver the food. I’ve already called Auntie and my cousin to come over for dinner. I’ve

think of that. We should’ve invited them for dinner. They’ve helped us so much, and it’s long overdue to

held her hand and joked, “You’re not very bright to begin