The Bound Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 252

Chapter 252 

Anastasia said, “Herman did some investigation. Pattie’s biological parents died in a car accident. The community sent her to an orphanage before she was adopted by Leo and Penny.” 

“I understand.” Katelyn felt a twinge of disappointment, for some reason. It would have been nice if the child were theirs. 

Anastasia glanced at the clock and noticed it was almost lunchtime. “Let’s have lunch at home at noon. I’ll go buy some groceries.” Anastasia suggested. Katelyn smiled and said, “Sure, I can chat with your mom to pass the time.” 

“Alright.” Anastasia picked up her keys and said to Pattie, “Pattie, be a good girl and behave while I’m out.” 

Pattie obediently replied, “Okay.” 

Anastasia headed to the market, which was just around the corner from the residential area. It was a swift errand, and she soon returned with groceries. While entering the neighborhood, she noticed Tavon’s car parked near the entrance. 

Tavon was in conversation with a woman, apparently inquiring the security guard about something. Anastasia was aware that Tavon wouldn’t give up so easily. She didn’t avoid them but continued walking towards the entrance with her groceries. 

Upon seeing Anastasia, Tavon approached her with a smile, “Ana, you went grocery shopping?” Anastasia didn’t respond, thinking that it was obvious to anyone that she had been shopping. 

Ashley, the woman with Tavon, noticed that Anastasia wasn’t responding and said with a smile, “Ana, your dad and I came to take you back to Willowbrook.” 

“I have no plans to go to Willowbrook.” Anastasia replied coldly, “Please let me pass” 

Ashley hurriedly continued, “You accepted the house and stocks, so why won’t you go now? If you don’t go, what about…?”- 

Tavon, concerned that Ashley might say something wrong, quickly interrupted. “Ana, didn’t your mom tell you about returning to Willowbrook? I want to take you home. Your home is in Willowbrook. I even planned to teach you how to manage the vineyard, to take my place.” 

“Tavon, is that really what you want?” Anastasia scoffed, not believing a word he said. 

“Of course.” Tavon said, “I think you have a talent for business.” 

Anastasia deliberately inquired, “How’s your younger daughter?” 

“Sandy’s condition has stabilized. Just yesterday, we found a suitable marrow donor. She can have the transplant anytime.” Tavon said excitedly, “Ana, you’re my lucky star. Once your sister is out of the hospital, our family can be together again.” 

Anastasia couldn’t discern from Tavon’s expression whether he was telling the truth or not. Had Sandy really found a suitable marrow donor? If so, why was Ashley being so generous? There must be more to this. 

Tavon was putting on a show, and Anastasia played along. She pretended to think, then said, “My mom and I have lived here for decades. We’re used to it. Willowbrook isn’t far from Riverdale, just a two-hour flight. Besides, you already have a new family, Tavon. If my mom goes to Willowbrook, under what status would she be?”