Chapter 188
Pattie was there, huddled against the wall, fast asleep clutching her little backpack Even though the floor beneath her was cold, she was only wearing a thin dress and a pair of sandals.
âPattie.â Herman squatted down and gently shook Pattie
Waking up to see Herman, Pattie rubbed her eyes âHerman*
âWhy are you sleeping here?â Herman took off his jacket and draped it over Pattie.
âHerman, I had a dream. Ana was sick in it, I wanted to find her but I couldnât. Can you take me to see Ana?â
Herman was taken aback by her words. How did Pattie have such an odd dream? And how did she know something had happened to
Anastasia?
âHermanâ Pattie tugged at Hermanâs sleeve, her voice innocent and pleading, âCan you take me to see Ana?â
Remembering how much Anastasia loved Pattie, he thought that maybe Pattie could help wake Anastasia up âAlright, Iâll take youâ
Herman took Pattieâs hand and walked towards the entrance of the community. Flynn had been waiting in the car Seeing the child with Herman, he asked, âWhy did you bring a little girl?â
âSheâs Pattie. Your sister-in-law really likes her. Pattie wants to visit.â Herman lifted Pattie into the car
On the way to the hospital, Herman casually asked how Pattie was doing in kindergarten. Pattie happily replied, âKindergarten is fun. The teachers are nice and my classmates are really friendlyâ
Herman had already given the heads up to the kindergarten principal to take special care of Pattie. Pattie started school a little late, so compared to the kids who started early education at two or three, she had a lot to learn and adapt to
In order to persuade Penny and her husband to send Pattie to school, Herman had the principal tell them that as long as Pattie attended school without absence, they would receive a bonus of fifty thousand each term. For the sake of money, even if they were reluctant, Pattie had to go to school. Other kidsâ parents had to pay for school, but Pattie going to school was a money-making opportunity. Clearly, Penny was more than happy about it.
âIm glad youâre happy.â Herman patted Pattieâs head, feeling a warmth in his heart seeing her happiness, a smile creeping onto his face. Driving the car, Flynn was quite surprised to see Herman smile for the first time since Anastasiaâs accident. This child was indeed captivating
Soon, they arrived at the hospital. Herman took Pattie to Anastasiaâs room, where Salma was. She had come to the hospital late last night, staying up all night with Katelyn. They were all looking tired and aged, weary from the sleepless night.
Yawning, Katelyn heard Herman tell Flynn, âTake them home to rest.â
Without saying much, Salma and Katelyn left to rest, knowing they needed the energy to care for Anastasia. Once they left, the room had only Herman and Pattie.
Seeing Anastasia unconscious in the hospital bed, Pattie felt an inexplicable sadness, and tears welled up in her eyes. She went to Anastasiaâs bedside, held her hand and said, âAna, itâs me, Pattie. I had a dream that you were sick. Herman brought me here to see you. Can you get better soon? Iâm having a great time in kindergarten. My teacher even praised me yesterdayâ¦
Pattie held Anastasiaâs hand, chattering away like a little chatterbox, sharing all the fun stories from school. Herman was surprised, he had never seen Pattie talk so much.
Pattie was clear and logical in her speech. After talking for a confused and asked, âHerman, why isnât Ana waking up?â
while and seeing no response from Anastasia, she looked a little
âSheâs just really tired and resting. She will wake up.â Herman gently comforted Pattie. âShe promised to attend your kindergarten event with you. She wonât go back on her wordâ
âYep, she always keeps her promises. She wonât lie to me.â
Pattie carefully touched Anastasiaâs face and said seriously, âPlease wake up soon, I want to give you my next big prize.â
â âPattie, lers allow her to rest a little while longer. Iâll take you to get breakfast.â As soon as he finished speaking. Herman noticed
Anastasiaâs finger moved.
He was overjoyed, he thought it was an illusion until Anastasiaâs hand moved again. He couldnât contain his excitement, gripping Anastasiaâs hand tightly and said, âAnastasia, can you hear us talking? Anastasia, can you wake up?â