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."

Daria, so Daria felt free

get them for you," Autumn replied with a smile. "After this, Grandma will

it fun?" Daria's

very special," Autumn teased, keeping it mysterious. She was

gone for a long time, but Daria

go!" Daria clapped his

the flowers and took Daria to

family driver. She either called a

soon as Autumn left, Anastasia started

the cemetery on the

felt uneasy. Why would Autumn bring a little boy to the cemetery so

makes your skin crawl, with only the wind and

didn't dare follow

so quiet, her headlights

By the time

lot, Autumn and Daria were already

found the

did you see a woman with a little boy? Which way

his hand expectantly. Anastasia got the hint and slipped

went up the back hill. What else would people be doing

you," Anastasia said, then hurried

and little gine