In Chapter 143 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 143 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.
Anastasia took Pattie back to the bedroom she once slept in, planning to transform it into a kid's room for Pattie. Although Pattie had been hurt, she remained silent, lying quietly in Anastasia's arms without falling asleep.
Anastasia gently stroked Pattie's head, softly comforting her. "Pattie, it's all good now, you can have a peaceful sleep. Tomorrow, I'll take you to the playground for some slide fun. Would you like that?”
Anastasia figured all kids would love this. However, Pattie opened her eyes wide and asked with a sob, "Why does mommy not like me, but likes my brother? I've been a good girl."
Hearing this, Anastasia felt a lump in her throat. She gently kissed Pattie's forehead. "Pattie you’re a good girl, the best and cutest little friend I've ever met. Don’t worry about these things, just go to sleep."
Pattie nodded and held on to Anastasia. "You smell nice. I like you."
Anastasia smiled gently. "You smell nice too, Pattie. I like you too. Would you like me to tell you a story?"
Pattie had never heard a bedtime story before, and she nodded confusedly.
Anastasia began her story. "Once upon a time, there was a big mountain and a cute little rabbit lived in it..."
Under Anastasia's hypnotic voice, Pattie fell asleep quickly. Looking at the sleeping Pattie, Anastasia felt a sense of warmth in her heart, as if this girl had filled a void in her heart.
"Good night, Pattie." Anastasia kissed Pattie's forehead, turned off the light, and carefully left the room.
After Herman had taken a shower, he sat in the living room in his pajamas. Anastasia asked him, "What are you planning to do with Pattie?"
They were not Pattie's legal guardians, it was fine for Pattie to stay here temporarily, but she needed to go to school, and there were a lot of issues to deal with.
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