The Bond Between Us (Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 683

Herman was firm when he spoke. He didn’t want a repeat of the past incident. Once was enough to leave everyone feeling uneasy. Katelyn, having been scolded by her son, felt a sting in her heart and it showed on her face.

Back at home with her adorable grandkids, she quickly forgot Herman's reprimand. But when she found out the nanny hadn’t sterilized the baby bottles, she didn't hesitate to let her go.

Feiman shook his head and said, “Katelyn, don’t you think you’re being a bit too cautious? Back in the day, Herman and Flynn weren’t raised with such meticulous care.”

Katelyn replied confidently, “When it comes to what the kids eat, you can’t be too careful. You wouldn’t understand.”

Feiman glanced at the babies sleeping in their cribs and chuckled, “Katelyn, seeing you like this reminds me of when you first had kids. You were just as anxious then.”

His gentle comment struck home, and Katelyn’s face fell. She recalled how much she used to dislike Granny Anita’s overprotectiveness, feeling sidelined in her own children’s upbringing. The tension between her and her mother-in-law over the kids had been palpable.

Katelyn had vowed never to become like Granny Anita, but with her grandkids, she couldn’t help but be overly protective, wanting to handle everything herself, trusting no one else.

Without realizing it, she had become the person she once couldn’t stand.

Noticing Katelyn’s troubled expression, Feiman understood she had realized what was happening. “Ana hasn’t been discharged yet. There’s still time to make some changes.”

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At the hospital, the kids had been sent home, and Salma and Pattie had left. Anastasia looked at Herman, “You saw what happened. What’s your plan?”

Saying it was taken off was an understatement; they all knew it was likely discarded.

Anastasia felt a surge of irritation. Her mother’s gift, even if Katelyn didn’t like it, shouldn’t have been disposed of.

Later, when Herman returned with Nan-Nan and Katelyn seemed in a better mood, Anastasia asked, “Mom, where’s Emmie’s amulet? I haven’t seen it. Didn’t my mom give one to the baby?”

Anastasia chose her words carefully, avoiding direct confrontation.

Caught off guard, Katelyn awkwardly replied, “It’s at home. It was inconvenient during baths, so I took it off and put it away. Ana, the amulet’s string could easily strangle or cut the baby’s skin. We’ll have her wear it when she’s older.”