In Chapter 141 of The Bond Between Us novel, the narrative takes a riveting turn, plunging readers deeper into the intricacies of Anastasia and Herman's evolving relationship. As the couple grapples with the shocking revelation of their shared past, the town of Riverdale becomes a backdrop for both confrontations and moments of quiet introspection.
Chapter 141 opens with Anastasia attempting to piece together the fragments of her forgotten memories, haunted by the striking resemblance of their daughter to a past she never knew she had. The quaint charm of Riverdale transforms into a landscape of uncertainty as Herman, determined to unearth the truth, confronts Anastasia with questions that demand answers.
Due to social obligations, Herman couldn't drive an ordinary Chevy but had to take it back to not raise Anastasia's suspicion.
Nelson answered, "Sure thing, Mr. Salstrom."
After giving instructions, Herman, holding Pattie's hand, headed towards building six of the complex. Anastasia once mentioned that Pattie lived in unit 802 of building six.
Upon realizing they were heading home, Pattie slowed down, reluctant to return. When they arrived at room 802, Herman knocked. After a while, the door opened.
Penny was the one who opened the door. Seeing a handsome man standing at her doorstep, she blushed.
"Hey there, handsome. What can I do for you?"
Penny didn't notice Pattie hiding behind Herman.
With a poker face, Herman said, "I live here too and found this kid on the sidewalk this morning. Is she yours?"
Pattie stepped out from behind Herman. Penny almost didn't recognize her at first. Pattie, in her new dress, looked like a little princess, far from her usual grubby self.
But then Penny's face hardened. "You little rascal, running off again! Go to your room now."
Pattie shivered. She had an instinctive fear of Penny. Letting go of Herman's hand, Pattie obediently walked into the house, knowing that if she disobeyed, she would be hit.
Herman, watching all this, lightly asked, "May I come in for a moment? I bought Pattie some clothes."
In the face of such a handsome man's request, Penny couldn't refuse. "Please, come in."
Her place was a mess, barely walkable. Herman stepped in, his brows furrowed.
Penny shouted at Pattie, "It's late, go to sleep!"
Pattie obediently went into her room. As she closed the door, she gave Herman a longing look.
Once Pattie was in her room, Penny laughed. "That girl, always running around. I also have another kid to take care of, I'm so swamped."
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