The Bond Between Us ( Anastasia and Herman) novel Chapter 788

Pattie's actions made Anastasia realize just how much of an impact Katelyn had on her granddaughter.

"Pattie," Anastasia called out as she approached quickly.

Katelyn looked a bit flustered when she saw Anastasia. "Oh, Ana, I was just talking with Pattie. I wasn't scolding her or anything."

"Mom, it's late. What are you doing here?" Anastasia asked, though she already knew.

Katelyn, a bit embarrassed, replied, "I just wanted to check on the kids and apologize to Pattie. Pattie, I'm your grandma, and I don't hold anything against you. Go have fun with your siblings."

Katelyn seemed to have softened, showing the kindness she had when they first met.

Pattie, surprised by the change, glanced at Anastasia for reassurance.

Anastasia said, "Pattie, why don't you let Grandma take the little ones to their room? It's getting late, and you've got school tomorrow. Miss Liana expects you at ten in the morning."

Anastasia made it clear she didn't want Katelyn taking the kids back to Salstrom Manor. She loved having all three children at home, making it lively. Katelyn was welcome to visit, but taking them away wasn't an option anymore.

Pattie called Salma, who, upon seeing Katelyn, greeted her politely. "Why don't you stay over tonight, Katelyn?" she offered, out of courtesy.

Katelyn jumped at the offer. "Sure thing! Ana's mom, you go ahead and put the kids to bed. I'll be up in a bit."

Salma just smiled awkwardly, realizing her polite offer was taken seriously. She and Pattie each picked up a child and headed upstairs.

Anastasia sat down, looking at her mom. "Mom, you must have noticed that Pattie is a little afraid of you."

Her voice carried a hint of emotion.

Katelyn knew she was at fault, and her discomfort was visible. She sat down, fidgeting with her hands, unsure of what to say.

"Ana, I'm sorry. I owe you an apology," Katelyn said softly. "I honestly didn't know Pattie was Herman's daughter. No one ever told me. I've always seen how devoted you are to Herman. The first time I saw Pattie, I just felt she was meant to be part of the Salstrom family."

Anastasia's heart was a blend of emotions. These words, spoken now, couldn't undo the past prejudices that had affected Pattie.