Chapter 288 Compensation

Mitchel's gaze lingered on Raegan's receding figure.

At that moment, a profound void seemed to stretch between them.

The stark realization hit Mitchel that nothing in life was immutable. Despite their past intimacy, there loomed a future where they might become strangers.

Right then, only the side profile of Raegan's face remained visible to Mitchel, a countenance he had yearned for day and night, now gradually slipping away from him. Eventually, her figure vanished entirely from his view.

Mitchel lowered his gaze, slipped his hand into the pocket of his trousers, and clenched his fist slightly. He silently vowed to himself that he would win her back, sooner or later. 2

The next day, Raegan returned from the studio and found Janey joyfully engrossed in play with Anabella.

Anabella wore a delighted expression, grinning from ear to ear. It was evident that she genuinely liked Janey.

Janey rushed over with a doll in her arms as Raegan approached. "Mommy, look at this! These are the new dolls Anabella got for me. There are twelve in total."

These new models of Barbie dolls wouldn't hit the market for another six months, a testament to Anabella's effort to please Janey.

With Janey in her arms, Raegan greeted Anabella graciously, "That's so kind of you, Anabella."

Anabella stood up and handed Raegan an envelope with a bank card inside. She said gently, "Raegan, you look stunning. I could hardly recognize you.

Anabella liked Janey more with each passing glance, recognizing that Raegan's genes contributed to Janey's exceptional appearance.

Feeling slightly embarrassed, Raegan put Janey down and attempted to return the envelope. "You don't have to do this, Anabella.

Anabella insisted, pushing the envelope back toward Raegan. "Don't be silly. This is just a gift for Janey. It's not a big deal."

"That's very generous of you, Anabella. Both Janey and I are truly flattered."

Janey chimed in sweetly, "I like the Barbie dolls very much, but I don't need the money, Anabella. Moreover, I have a pot full of pocket money at home."

and impatient voice echoed from behind them. "Just take it. What's the

Raegan saw Darryl, known for his slovenly appearance, lounging on the

of mixed race, had passed on her exceptional genes to Darryl. Unfortunately, coupled with his unruly behavior, it resulted in Darryl coming across as rather unpleasant. He hadn't

Raegan disliked Darryl immensely. Raegan narrowed her eyes and

mother, Anabella, scolded him harshly, embarrassed by

a more prominent standing than the Cullen

at Darryl. If they weren't in Raegan's presence, Anabella might have considered giving this troublemaker a piece

of his nose, Darryl gazed at Raegan, sensing an air of

way of seeking Raegan's forgiveness for his impoliteness from yesterday. However, Raegan didn't accept

stemmed more from Raegan's striking

be angry with Darryl," Anabella pleaded. She heard that Raegan

was an elder, Raegan didn't make things difficult for her. She graciously replied, "It's okay,

Anabella was about to speak, Darryl interjected, "Now that the misunderstanding is cleared, let's try to get along with

"I don't think that's necessary. We're not cut from the same cloth,"

Darryl had extended an olive branch

knew he had never brought a woman home or taken such an initiative in her presence. This time, however, Anabella sensed a difference. When Darryl returned home the previous night, he neither confirmed nor

not worthy of you? How dare you!" Upon reflection, Darryl hesitated with his

would

was fully capable of raising Janey on her own. Had it not been

Cullen family and the Foster family had a long-standing relationship. To avoid any strain on their relationship, Raegan chose not to disclose the details of the previous night. Instead, she simply said that Darryl and she were not a good match. Now, there was no need for her to cover up for him. She believed him to be nothing

retrieved her phone and played a recorded conversation for Anabella. As the content unfolded, Anabella's expression darkened. She offered sincere apologies to Raegan and

not challenge his mother's wrath. He endured Anabella's scolding until they sat together in the

marked a humiliating experience for Darryl, leaving him seething with resentment. Through

the phone. "Hey Erick, are you free

Erick blurted out, "Why is

replied, slightly irritated, "What's the matter with

same age as Raegan. They used

touch after Raegan went missing, fate brought them back together five

and Raegan instantly hit

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