The Bound Between Us

Chapter 251

That night, Anastasia felt a sense of ease she’d never experienced before. No more pressure, no guilt, just honesty with Herman. She could finally hit the sack and sleep in peace.

The cot was a one-man job, so Anastasia shared it with Pattie on the hospital bed, leaving Herman to the cot. As he watched the mother-daughter duo snoozing away peacefully, Herman couldn’t help but crack a smile. The truth was, he didn’t have infertility issues. The whole charade was just to help Anastasia let go of her emotional baggage. He wouldn’t have believed it in the past, that he’d go to such lengths for someone. Even now, he was surprised at his decision. But he had no regrets. Seeing Anastasia’s relaxed smile, watching her shrug off her burdens and sleep peacefully, he thought it was all worth it.

It was a decision Herman had given a lot of thought to. He wasn’t hell-bent on having kids. Having Anastasia as his wife was enough for him in this life. As for the Salstrom family bloodline, he had left that to Flynn. They had adopted Pattie, and having this daughter was enough.

Herman propped himself up on his arm, took his eyes off Anastasia and her daughter, and shut his eyes to rest.

The next day.

The sun rose, and the red spots on Pattie had disappeared. The false alarm had left Anastasia relieved. The family of three had breakfast in the hospital

room.

Herman asked Anastasia, “Do you think we should let Pattie stay for another day for observation, or should we go home to rest?”

Before Anastasia could answer, Pattie said, “Mom, I want to go home.” She didn’t like the hospital. It bored her, and she was scared of shots and pills. Kids, they all had a bit of a phobia of hospitals.

“Alright, let’s go home.” Anastasia said, caressing Pattie’s cheeks. She told Herman, “You go ask the doctor whether we can be discharged. If we can, I’ll take Pattie home.”

Salma was still at home, having trouble moving about and needed someone to look after her.

“Okay, you and Pattie wait here.” Herman said. He went to find the attending physician. Once he confirmed that Pattie’s condition was stable enough for discharge, he arranged the discharge procedures and took them home.

Upon arriving home, Anastasia wasted no time in encouraging Herman to return to work. There was no need for him to stay home and look after them. An important meeting awaited him at the company, and after offering Anastasia a few reminders, Herman headed to the office.

Right after Herman left, Katelyn arrived with a stack of gifts.

“Salma, how’s your foot injury?” Katelyn asked warmly, “I brought you chicken soup, fruits, and tea bags.”

Upon seeing all the goodies, Salma felt a bit embarrassed and quickly remarked, “We’re all family. You really didn’t have to do this.”

Katelyn chuckled and said, “These are all gifts from others. We have an abundance at home and can’t consume them all. Just enjoy without any concerns. It won’t cost you anything.”

This was indeed the case. All these items were gifts from others, and the Salstrom family’s pantry was still well-supplied.

Katelyn handed Pattie a box of Lego toys and warmly said, “Pattie, these are for you. You can call me ‘grandma.”

Pattie joyfully exclaimed, “Grandma.”

“What a good girl.” Katelyn said, fond of Pattie. She didn’t know why, but she felt especially close to her. After learning that Herman couldn’t have children, she felt even more affection for Pattie.

Katelyn observed, “Anastasia, Pattie seems a bit off.”

Anastasia explained, “Pattie had an allergic reaction to cilantro last night. We’ve only just returned from the hospital.”

Katelyn asked in surprise, “Pattie is allergic to cilantro as well?” That was quite a coincidence.

Anastasia smiled and replied, “Yes, it seems like fate. Pattie and Herman, both allergic to cilantro.”

Katelyn commented, “That’s quite a coincidence.” as she looked at Pattie once more. If she hadn’t known that Pattie was adopted, she might have believed she was Herman and Anastasia’s biological child. She bored a striking resemblance to Anastasia, and at times, her mannerisms resembled Herman’s. This content belongs to Nô/velDra/ma.Org .

Katelyn discreetly pulled Anastasia aside and inquired in a hushed tone, “Anastasia, do you happen to know who Pattie’s biological parents are?”