In Chapter 201 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 201 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 a cab to Riverdale prison. Her nerves on edge the entire way.
She wanted to know the truth but was also filled with fear, contemplating backing out. She had a hunch that the truth might affect her current life, but she didn't want to live in confusion and illusion.
After a mental tug-of-war, Anastasia decided to step into the prison.
She applied to visit Cason but was turned down. The prison's reason was that Cason had caused trouble in prison and could not receive visitors for a year.
A glimmer of hope in Anastasia's heart was instantly doused, like cold water on a flame. She left the prison feeling defeated and aimlessly wandered the streets.
Then, her phone rang. It was Alessia from AL Jewery's sales department. Alessia had called to check up on her during her hospital stay.
"Hey, Alessia." Seeing the caller ID, Anastasia answered, quickly adjusting her mood.
Alessia asked warmly over the phone, "Anastasia, how are you feeling? Are you better?"
"Yep, I'm all good. Got discharged from the hospital today." Remembering she missed Alessia's big event, the birth of her child, Anastasia offered, "Alessia, if it's not too much trouble, I'd like to come over and see your baby."
"Of course, I'd be thrilled. I'll text you the address," Alessia replied joyously.
"Great."
Anastasia smiled, hung up the phone, and received Alessia's text with the address.
She went to a nearby mall to buy gifts for the child and Alessia and then hailed another cab.
Alessia lived in a posh neighborhood in Riverdale, in a large flat over 200 square meters. Anastasia pressed the doorbell with gifts in hand. It didn't take long for the door to open, and it was Alessia's mother-in-law, Dana.
Dana, not exactly a picture of warmth, didn't look too pleased. She called out to the house, "Alessia, your friend's here."
Instead of taking the gifts from Anastasia, Dana let Alessia take them enthusiastically.
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