The Bound Between Us

Chapter 693

Prejudices in people's hearts are like towering mountains, tough to climb over. Before her own grandchildren came along, Katelyn's affections could focus on Pattie. But now, things have shifted.

Katelyn and Sandy took a leisurely stroll through the backyard, their laughter trailing behind them as they returned to the house. Salma, coming downstairs to grab something, happened to witness this scene.

Anastasia had previously warned Salma about Sandy's shrewd nature. Seeing Sandy and Katelyn so chummy sparked a flicker of concern in Salma. But then she recalled that Sandy lived in Willowbrook and didn't often visit Riverdale, so she brushed off her worries. "Hey there, Aunt Salma," Sandy greeted with a warm smile. "Did my sister turn in for the night?"

Salma nodded, "Yep, she just headed off to rest. With the baby's first month celebration tomorrow, there's loads to do, so she's recharging." "Definitely, she just had a baby; she needs her rest," Sandy said, turning to Katelyn. "Auntie, I'll head to my room to rest up for tomorrow."

"Of course, sweetheart. Get some sleep. If you need anything, just holler," Katelyn replied, eager to make Sandy feel at home.

"Thank you, Auntie," Sandy said with a polite nod before heading upstairs.

left, Katelyn asked Salma, "Where's Pattie?

close, you know. I initially suggested Pattie sleep with me, but my son-in-law thought she'd be better off with them." Katelyn sighed, "Herman spoils Pattie too much. She's seven, hardly a baby anymore. But they just indulge

clarify, "There are two beds

Herman isn't her biological father," Katelyn insisted.

managed a weak smile and agreed, "Yes, perhaps some boundaries

the kids were thrilled about the new babies and wanted to hang out more. Pattie

a chat with Herman tomorrow. It's late, Aunt Salma, you should get some

Katelyn didn't see the discomfort she caused. Salma,

smile faded, her concerns for Pattie's future growing. Katelyn's remark about Herman not being Pattie's biological father made it clear to Salma that Katelyn's heart might no longer have

at Riverdale Le Manoir Prestige, packed with guests eager to share in the joy and shower the Salstrom family with

as grand as the wedding, was still a luxurious event, showing the family's joy and

a cute red dress and Nana in a matching red outfit. Even Pattie wore a red dress that day, a custom piece worth a fortune, bought by Herman, giving