The Bond Between Us novel Chapter 137

Pattie's words were enough to bring a tear to your eye.

Herman held Pattie close and grumbled, "Alright, I won't take you home."

Nelson wandered over and said, "Mr. Salstrom, Kenny Ledford was looking for you at the office. Seems like the Ledfords are on their last legs, and they wanna talk about buying out Ledford Estate Management."

"Sure." Herman got up, took Pattie by the hand, and headed out.

Nelson dashed ahead to get to the car door.

Herman took Pattie to Elysian Technologies headquarters, where Kenny was already waiting in the reception room.

A female secretary approached. "Mr. Salstrom."

"Irene, take Pattie to the playroom." After giving his instructions to Irene, Herman crouched down to Pattie and said, "I've got some stuff to take care of. You can go play with Irene for a bit, and I'll come find you later."

Pattie obediently nodded.

Herman gently tapped Pattie's nose, then got up and headed towards the reception room. "Nelson, get the contract ready. We might need it today."

Herman had been stringing Kenny along. Now was the perfect time to buy out Ledford Estate Management.

Nelson responded, "Yes, Mr. Salstrom."

Secretary Irene took Pattie by the hand and said, "Come on, Pattie. Let's go play." Pattie watched as Herman left, then followed Irene.

Elysian Technologies had a dedicated children's playroom for any clients with kids. Pattie glanced at the slide, the carousel, and the ball pit, but didn't show any interest. She just sat on the foam mat, not talking, just sitting there blankly.

No matter how Irene tried to engage her, Pattie remained silent and didn't laugh. She didn't show any of the usual liveliness you would see in kids.

"I'm going to grab some fruit and snacks for you, Pattie. Just wait here for a minute," Irene said, though Pattie didn't respond. With a sigh, she went out to get the food. Irene didn't know what the relationship between this child and Mr. Salstrom was. As a subordinate, all she needed to do was carry out her boss' orders.

Irene went out to get some snacks. Just then, Katelyn, who had just returned from a trip, walked in carrying a limited-edition bag.

"Irene, where's my son?" Katelyn called out.

Despite Pattie's obvious malnourishment, her features were delicate, her skin smooth, and her cheeks had a healthy glow.

Not wanting to wake Pattie, Katelyn carefully approached her. Upon closer inspection, Katelyn was even more taken aback. "Irene, where did my son find this little girl? She looks like a little princess. She's so beautiful. If only she were my granddaughter."

"I don't know, ma'am." Irene shook her head.

"Go get a blanket. We don't want the child to catch a cold."

Katelyn was eagerly hoping for a grandchild. Seeing such a cute and beautiful little girl, she wished she could take her home.

"Of course, ma'am." Irene smiled.

While Irene went to get a blanket, Katelyn crouched beside Pattie, feeling a strange sense of familiarity.

Pattie was having another nightmare, her body trembling in her sleep. Katelyn, the experienced mother, immediately picked her up and cradled her, patting her gently to reassure her. It was then that she noticed the red, circular birthmark on the back of Pattie's neck, and her expression changed slightly.