The Bound Between Us

Chapter 923

Anastasia had already done her research. She knew that today, once again, Caterina was taking Daria out.

After a few days of tailing them, Anastasia had figured out their routine: Caterina would first bring Daria to the playground near Salstrom Manor for a bit, and then they'd catch a cab to "accidentally" run into Autumn.

Autumn had quickly learned how to handle Daria. Whatever Daria wanted-be it snacks, new toys, or anything else-Autumn would buy it without a second thought. Daria, who used to be wary of Autumn, now adored her.

Kids are easy like that. A sweet treat, and their mood does a complete 180.

At two or three years old, boys love toys most of all. They love to show off, too—if another kid has something, they want it, too.

Autumn made sure Daria got everything he wanted, and Daria was absolutely beaming.

That day, Caterina met up with Autumn and Daria at a shopping mall, where Autumn showered Daria with new clothes. Soon after, Caterina made up an excuse and left, leaving Daria with Autumn.

All the while, Anastasia followed from a distance, snapping photos on her phone like a detective.

Joseph, Daria's father, was out of town on business and wouldn't be back for days. Katelyn barely paid attention to Daria, and Feiman, the housekeeper, was too busy to care. Eventually, Daria just ended up with the nanny, who didn't really bother with him.

As soon as Caterina left, Anastasia saw Autumn take Daria into a flower shop.

She parked her car by the curb and kept watch.

Inside the shop, surrounded by colorful flowers, Daria tugged at a bunch of baby's breath. "Grandma, I like these flowers."

so Daria felt free to

them, I'll get them for you," Autumn replied with a smile. "After this,

Is it fun?"

it's very special," Autumn teased, keeping it mysterious. She was planning to take Daria to the cemetery

had been gone for a long time, but

I want to go!"

and took

family

Autumn left, Anastasia

they reached the cemetery on the

would Autumn bring a little boy to

makes your skin crawl, with only the

dare

it was so quiet, her headlights would be a

By the time

and

found the cemetery caretaker

way did they

out his hand expectantly. Anastasia got the hint and

up the back hill. What else would

then

was even creepier than she expected. Tombstones stretched out in all directions, and little gine trees cast long shadows. Her heart