The Bound Between Us

Chapter 950

Layna had that sugary, sing-song voice that adults just couldn't resist. She wasn't clueless-if she ever wanted to become the Wisman family's daughter-in-law, she had to win Jonah over first.

Kids these days might look innocent, but their minds are always working overtime.

To Jonah, though, Layna was just an eight-year-old girl-at that age, she was supposed to be all fun and games. He never imagined she had any other motives.

Jonah smiled and tossed out a compliment. "Layna's such a sweetheart-so charming! You should come visit us in Newport sometime."

Layna's eyes lit up. "Really, Uncle Jonah? I'd love to go to Newport!"

"Of course," Jonah laughed. "Uncle Jonah would be happy to have you."

,

Layna knew exactly how to wrap adults around her finger. She turned to Scott, putting on her sweetest face. "Uncle Scott, can I go? I really want to see Newport."

Scott was a bit surprised-Layna was unusually well-behaved today. He knew Jonah was just being polite, so he said, “Maybe when you're on break, Layna. For now, your job is to focus on school."

Layna tried to hide her disappointment for Jonah's sake, flashing a bright smile. "Alright! Justin, when summer break comes, I'll come find you in Newport, okay?"

Justin nodded out of politeness, then turned to Pattie. "You're welcome too. Newport's full of cool places-I'll show you around when you come."

Layna's heart twisted with jealousy-Justin was so warm toward Pattie, but barely noticed her.

neither agreed nor refused. With all the adults watching, and as

no intention of going to Newport anyway.

speak-Pattie was mute-so she preferred

called out, "Jonah, Mr.

held Pattie's hand, worried Pattie might feel out

though Pattie was the star of the show, she couldn't say a word. By the end of

Pattie's position was

at Anastasia, letting her know

hall. As Anastasia

of that old scandal-what

was crass enough to mention it

She was Emmie White, after all-she didn't owe anyone an explanation, and even if she

her lesson-the only person who could save her was herself. As long as her conscience was clear, nothing else

take a look

made sure everyone could hear, so it was clear Pattie

hand tightly, beaming with pride-so different from how she'd

cue and

is stunning, Katelyn. Your granddaughter's going to

which lucky family will win her

day."

was all just