The Bound Between Us

Chapter 691

Herman had just shared his conversation with Katelyn with Anastasia.

Anastasia sighed, "You know, talking to her like that is only going to upset her. She's still our elder, and you were pretty harsh."

She also worried that Katelyn might think Anastasia was the one pushing Herman to speak that way.

"She'll need to adjust," Herman said, furrowing his brow. "Ever since the baby arrived, my mom's been making some unreasonable demands."

"I'll keep an eye on the baby; you go talk to your mom," Anastasia said, setting aside the baby clothes she was folding, and went to find Katelyn.

Katelyn had been miffed about a previous disagreement over a protective charm, and her actions over the past few days hadn't sat well with Anastasia. Still, family is family, and it's important to communicate rather than just point fingers.

Katelyn, having been scolded by Herman, was sitting in the gazebo in the backyard, wiping away tears. She couldn't figure out why everything she did lately seemed wrong.

sake, arranging for Sandy and Tavon to stay over, trying not to let Anastasia

Katelyn from afar, teary-eyed, Anastasia remembered all the kindness Katelyn had shown her since marrying Herman. The minor tiffs they'd had seemed trivial now. Anastasia approached, "Mom, the mosquitoes by

not wanting Anastasia

a bit longer, Ana. You go back inside and look after the little

Katelyn's hand with a smile, "Herman is your son, and you know how he is. Part of this is on me. I should've asked who was coming and sorted out accommodations. I admit, I'm not Sandy's biggest fan, but as hosts, we need to show some hospitality. It's just one

a delicate dance for Anastasia. Every word and

at fault too. Herman's right; I shouldn't have taken liberties. Lately, I've been so anxious about the twins, maybe causing some tension, but

doing things, Mom. No need to hold back," Anastasia reassured her. "When it comes to the babies, we're all learning. If there's anything we're doing wrong, please teach us. You raised Herman well, and I'm

a pang of guilt, "Actually, Herman was mostly brought up by his grandmother.

setting some boundaries, Anastasia might struggle to make decisions for her own children. Just then, the nanny informed Anastasia that Salma was looking for her. Katelyn suggested, "Ana, you go

her mother's call,

warm voice, "Auntie, your garden is gorgeous. The little bridge over the stream, the