In Chapter 345 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 345 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.
It wasn't the first time someone had remarked on the striking resemblance between Pattie and her adoptive parents, Anastasia and Herman.
Anastasia was always careful to maintain Pattie's self-esteem and avoided any suggestions that she was adopted. She didn’t want Pattie to feel less loved or out of place. Gently touching Pattie's cheek, Anastasia would often say, "It's not about blood. It's about family. You are meant to be our daughter, Pattie."
Her words were ambiguous enough to avoid direct mention of adoption, yet intimate enough to imply a natural bond.
"Say hello to the ladies, Pattie." Anastasia encouraged.
Pattie waved her little hand, her voice sweet and soft, "Hello, ladies."
The women cooed and praised Pattie for her good manners and charm.
"Oh, I wish I had a lovely daughter like this." One of them said.
"You don’t even have a man. Where would you get a daughter?" Lauren teased.
"Men are everywhere. If I can't find the right one, I'll just find one with good looks. I can have a baby, and raise her on my own."
The women laughed and chatted, their banter filled with a sense of independence and empowerment. They were all successful, either being wealthy from family fortunes or self-made entrepreneurs.
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