Chapter 154

Chapter 154

Anastasia could tell there was something bothering Herman, and there were some questions she didn’t get the chance to ask under his warmth and affection.

When faced with some questions and missed the best time to ask your questions, you never got the chance to ask again.

By the time Anastasia woke up again, it was nearly noon. She glanced at the time. Thankful that it was Saturday and she didn’t have to work, or else she would’ve been late.

Recalling Herman’s madness in the wee hours, Anastasia blushed.

Herman was no longer in the room. She got dressed and went out, but Salma and Pattie were also gone. She heard noises from the study and went to open the door.

Herman was busy at the desk. Anastasia smiled and said, “I hope I’m not interrupting you. By the way, where are my mom and Pattie?”

“They’re downstairs hanging out,” Herman said. “There’s food in the kitchen if you’re hungry.”

“Alright.”

Anastasia could feel that Herman was somewhat different from before. He was still caring for her, but it felt like there was less warmth.

“About last night…”

“I worked late last night.” Herman seemed to see through Anastasia’s thoughts and said, “I still have some things to do. When I’m done, I’ll take you guys out for fun in the afternoon.”

“Alright, you do your thing.” Anastasia gently closed the door. Her heart filled with an indescribable feeling. Was she overthinking?

Feeling hungry. Anastasia went to the kitchen to grab some food. After eating, she went downstairs to find Salma and

Pattie

As she entered the elevator, she got a call from Salma “Ana, Pattie’s dad is here, and he wants to take her away. We’re at the playground downstairs.”

Upon receiving the call, Anastasia rushed over.

Leo was about to leave with Pattie, but Salma was pulling him, saying, “Wait for my daughter to come over. You can’t just take the child away like this.”

Leo was annoyed. “She’s my daughter. Why can’t I take her away?”

*She’s your daughter, but Pattie is living at my daughter’s house now. You should wait for her to come over, then explain…”

“Mom.” Anastasia ran over and said to Leo, “Let’s change location and talk about Pattie.”

With the argument between Salma and Leo, Pattie was scared and pale, drawing attention from others. It wasn’t the place

for such a conversation.

Leo said, “Ms. Jewell, I appreciate your help taking care of Pattie, but you can’t treat my daughter as your own. If you want a child, have one yourself, why set your sights on my daughter?”

Leo was much different from before. With that, he took Pattie and headed towards the community exit.

Pattle looked back at Anastasia, but she couldn’t resist Leo. In her heart, Leo was her father, and compared to Penny, Leo was still good to her.

Anastasia chased after them, worried that Pattie would be hit again. Leo put Pattie in the car. Seeing Anastasia chasing, he closed the car door and asked puzzledly, “Ms. Jewell, what are you doing? She’s my daughter. Even if you like Pattie, you can’t do this.”

“Pattie is covered in bruises, all caused by your wife. Pattle is only four years old and hasn’t been to kindergarten yet. As her father, if you can’t fulfill your responsibilities, just let go.” Anastasia said, “My husband and I have discussed it. We plan to adopt Pattie. What would it take for you to agree…”

Leo was shocked. “Did I hear that right? You want to adopt Pattie?”

“Yes, I want to adopt Pattie.” Anastasia looked at Pattie in the car and firmly said, “I feel a strong bond with this child. I want to adopt her.”

Pattie was leaning against the car window, her big eyes blankly and helplessly looking at Anastasia.

Leo looked at Pattie, then at Anastasia, and shook his head. “That’s impossible. Pattie is my daughter. Although her mother is somewhat strict, she’s still our daughter. How could we possibly give her away?”

Anastasia lowered her voice and asked, “Is Pattie really your biological daughter?