The Bound Between Us

Chapter 310

Anastasia and Salma returned to their hotel room. Salma remained silent, feeling a sense of shame when faced with her daughter.

“Mom, you barely ate anything at The Regal Palate. Do you want something to eat? You can rest after you’ve had something.” Anastasia suggested, “You could go and freshen up first.”

Salma’s leg injury had healed, and she could ditch the crutches. This brought comfort to Anastasia.

Hesitantly, Salma spoke up, “Ana, I’m sorry. Your dad and I shouldn’t have lied to you. I wasn’t really sick.”

“Yeah, I know.” Anastasia responded lightly, “Mom, just eat and rest. Don’t think about anything else. We’ll go back to Riverdale when you’re ready.” For Anastasia, there was no rush. As long as she could help her mother work through this, nothing else mattered.

Anastasia’s reaction only made Sálma feel more ashamed. Clenching her fists, she said, “It’s my fault. I let your dad fool me again. They really crossed the line. I thought your dad had changed, that he genuinely accepted you. I didn’t realize they were still after you.”

years ago. These people have become more cunning over the years.

and over again? Emotions could change quickly.

would be devastated. After such a blow, she expected her mother to be in low spirits, sad and upset. Instead, Salma seemed to have found her

one-third of the

looked up, stunned, “Wait, Mom, are you serious? I was just throwing words out there earlier, trying to get them to back off”

their wealth and power. The Morton family also looked down on me. Now I want everything they owe me. They brought this on themselves.”

Whether her mother was deep in love

pressed further, “Ana, can you do it? You’re Tavon’s daughter. You should have a claim.

hopeful gaze made it impossible for Anastasia to refuse. “Um, I’ll consult with a lawyer first.” Anastasia said, “Mom, as your

is served.”

little better. Salma enjoyed her dinner heartily.