The Bound Between Us

Chapter 475

When Salma heard the words "firing squad" or "twenty years," her world spun, and she nearly passed out. Lost in her worries and sorrow, she didn't notice the small figure crouched on the staircase.

Pattie had been there for a while, overhearing the conversation between Cynthia and Salma. Murder, sentencing, prison, execution... These words, strung together, were clear enough for five-year-old Pattie to grasp the situation. Mommy was in trouble, Mommy was going to be executed, Mommy could die. Clutching her stuffed animal tightly, Pattie slipped out the side door, unnoticed by Salma. She was determined to find Daddy to save Mommy.

Anastasia, detained and oblivious to the uproar surrounding Grannie Anita's murder, didn't know how many people genuinely cared or were merely pretending. Thanks to Herman's intervention, Anastasia's conditions in the detention center were relatively good: a private room with heating, a soft bed, and even fresh fruit.

Resting against the bedpost, Anastasia looked up at the ceiling with an unexpected calm. She didn't protest or defend herself, quietly waiting for the judgment. After so long feeling agitated, she now found peace. She had avenged her child and had no regrets. "Anastasia, you've got a visitor," called the guard outside as the iron door swung open. Turning her head, Anastasia saw Monica rushing in and embracing her.

foolish? You scared the hell out of me. For a dead Grannie Anita, you've risked your life-it ain't worth

to be the second visitor. Monica had ten minutes, secured through signatures and money. Anastasia forced a smile. "I thought I might not see you again. Just seeing you one

won't let you die," Monica clung to Anastasia, her heart filled with reluctance and worry. "I'm going to the Salstroms. I'll beg Herman; he loves you too

"Monica, I'm not afraid of death. Since I've been in here, I've felt a lot more at peace. I don't have

do it." Only a true friend would dare speak such thoughts in a police station. Anastasia wiped Monica's tears. "Stop crying; you're

Anastasia's voice choke up with emotion. "If I'm gone, or if I'm locked up for decades, Monica, please take care of

cried. "You take care of your own mother and daughter. I want you to be my sister for life. Don't you give up. I'll spend everything I have to get you out. The Salstroms owe you a son, a life. If they dare to sue you, I'll sue them for you. I'm going to see Herman

go to him. He's