The Bond Between Us novel Chapter 693

Prejudices in people's hearts are like towering mountains, tough to climb over. Before her own grandchildren came along, Katelyn's affections could focus on Pattie. But now, things have shifted.

Katelyn and Sandy took a leisurely stroll through the backyard, their laughter trailing behind them as they returned to the house. Salma, coming downstairs to grab something, happened to witness this scene.

Anastasia had previously warned Salma about Sandy's shrewd nature. Seeing Sandy and Katelyn so chummy sparked a flicker of concern in Salma. But then she recalled that Sandy lived in Willowbrook and didn't often visit Riverdale, so she brushed off her worries.

"Hey there, Aunt Salma," Sandy greeted with a warm smile. "Did my sister turn in for the night?"

Salma nodded, "Yep, she just headed off to rest. With the baby's first month celebration tomorrow, there's loads to do, so she's recharging."

"Definitely, she just had a baby; she needs her rest," Sandy said, turning to Katelyn. "Auntie, I'll head to my room to rest up for tomorrow."

"Of course, sweetheart. Get some sleep. If you need anything, just holler," Katelyn replied, eager to make Sandy feel at home.

"Thank you, Auntie," Sandy said with a polite nod before heading upstairs.

After Sandy left, Katelyn asked Salma, "Where's Pattie? Is she with Herman and them?"

Salma, defending Pattie, smiled, "Pattie loves being with her siblings. The three of them together are quite the lively bunch. They're close, you know. I initially suggested Pattie sleep with me, but my son-in-law thought she'd be better off with them."

Katelyn sighed, "Herman spoils Pattie too much. She's seven, hardly a baby anymore. But they just indulge her."

Salma tried to clarify, "There are two beds in the room..."

"Girls should have their space, especially since Herman isn't her biological father," Katelyn insisted. "Right, Aunt Salma?"

Feeling awkward, Salma managed a weak smile and agreed, "Yes, perhaps some boundaries should be set."