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The Bond Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 626

Cynthia paused her embroidery, glancing at Colton with a smug smile. "Of course I know."

"You know?" Colton was genuinely surprised. "How do you know? Who's Pattie's real father?"

Cynthia clenched her teeth with anger. "I'd rather die than tell that little troublemaker, Anastasia. Let her daughter carry the label of being illegitimate forever. I want to see how she holds her head up. When Pattie grows up and finds out, she might resent Anastasia. Kids are the debts we pay for past lives, let Anastasia pay hers."

"Lydia, what's happened to you?" Colton frowned, troubled by his wife's harshness.

"If you know who Pattie's real father is, just say it. Don't let Anastasia live with regret."

"Why should I make it easy for her? What did she do to our daughter? Colton, are you out of your mind, always siding with outsiders?"

"We both know why Gianna is where she is today. What has Anastasia done?" Colton's voice was serious. "A doting mother leads to a spoiled child. Gianna's mess is because of your coddling. She thinks she can have whatever she wants. Herman met Anastasia first, she's his wife. If Gianna had any shame, she wouldn't have had feelings for Herman."

Cynthia bristled, her voice rising with emotion. "Colton, our daughter is in prison, her life ruined. As her father, how can you be so cold? I'd rather die than tell Anastasia who Pattie's real father is."

Watching his wife's stubbornness, Colton sighed, "Just go back to your embroidery."

Leaving Cynthia to her thoughts, Colton walked out.

Cynthia sat in silence for a moment before picking up her needlework again as night fell.

Over at Salstrom Manor.

Tonight, Katelyn decided to whip up a feast herself, inviting Herman and Anastasia for dinner.

Anastasia arrived early with Pattie, spending time at the manor's playground—a gift from Feiman for Pattie.

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