The Bound Between Us

Chapter 615

hearted. If I ask enough, she'll help.

Cynthia sat in the stark, cold interrogation room, clasping her daughter Gianna's hands as if they were her lifeline. Tears streamed down her face as she whispered, "Sweetheart, don't be afraid. I'll find a way to get you out of this. I'll talk to your Aunt Lisa; she's soft- "Mom, don't beg anyone on my behalf," Gianna replied, her voice steady despite their dire situation. "I knew this day might come. Maybe this is where I'm meant to be. Honestly, I've never had much to look forward to anyway. It's fine, Mom. You've always been proud, taught me to stand tall. We have our dignity; we don't beg."

Ever since the Smith family's property was divided and they settled into a comfortable life in Riverdale, Cynthia had enjoyed thirty years of admiration from friends and family. Gianna, the only child of Cynthia and Colton, grew up surrounded by love and privilege, never knowing hardship.

Now, holding her daughter's hand, Cynthia was consumed with regret. "Gianna, it's my fault. I should never have pushed you towards Joey or compared you to Anastasia."

Facing the reality of her daughter's imprisonment, Cynthia realized the consequences of her pride.

"Mom," Gianna continued, remarkably calm, "you have to keep that secret."

This was the real reason Gianna wanted to see her mother.

was Herman's biological daughter was a secret Gianna would protect at all

wanted a permanent wedge between Herman and Anastasia, ensuring everyone remembered

daughter's intent, nodding as she vowed, "Don't worry, I won't

child is right in front of you that's a profound regret. Cynthia wanted

"Mom, don't plead for me. They won't go easy on me. Just take

I spoke to a lawyer;

Cynthia's only

visiting hours ended, Gianna was led away, leaving Cynthia with tear-stained cheeks. On her way out of the station, she bumped

wrong. Give her a chance. Even if she serves time, we accept it. Think of it as a blessing for

softened since Anastasia came into

will be dealt with by the law," Herman stated

referring to