Chapter 403 Vow Not To Be Swayed Again I Raegan's initial impulse leaned toward refusal Observing the pallor on Mitchel's f; Raegan restrained herself from speaking harshly and instead inquired, "Have you asked Matteo to pick you up?" Mitchel didn't seem in any condition to drive Mitchel paused briefly, and then a faint grin crossed his face as he softly replied, "Yes." Annoyed by his smile, Raegan responded icily by dousing him with a bucket of ice water, "Don't flatter yourself. I just don't want you leaving my place and getting into trouble halfway, for which I would have to take responsibility."

Suppressing his grin, Mitchel nodded "Stay put," Raegan instructed before heading into the bathroom with I I Janey's pajamas.

Janey, fresh from her bath, was delighted to find Mitchel still around.

Breaking free from Ann's grip, she rushed toward him, her expression adorable as she pleaded, "Daddy, could you you tuck me in?" "Janey, he needs to..." Raegan began, but before she could finish, Mitchel had already lifted Janey into his arms.

Turning to Raegan, Mitchel asked softly, "Can I spend a little more time with her?" Raegan hesitated, not wanting to disappoint Janey, and finally nodded.

Janey clapped cheerfully, saying, "Thank you, Mommy. Daddy, I'll take you to my room."

Once inside her room, Janey handed Mitchel a stack of picture book requesting him to read stories to her Seated at the edge of the bed, Mitchel I began reading tales from the books Janey was filled with joy and anticipation, her eyes closed but her eyelashes fluttering occasionally.

Mitchel's heart warmed at her endearing gestures, a constant smile adorning his lips throughout the storytelling.

Perhaps weary from her earlier tears, Janey struggled to stay awake despite her wish to enjoy more quality time with Mitchel, her eyelids drooping. Too drowsy to resist sleep, she mumbled, "Daddy, love you..." At that moment, Mitchel's chest was akin to a hive filled with freshly harvested honey, incomparably sweet

Bending down, he gently kissed Janey forehead, a gesture brimming with paternal affection { As Raegan opened the door, she witnessed the scene before her. Even though the moment was warm, an unexpected bitter feeling surged in her heart. She wondered whether she was I being selfish. She realized she had only thought about her own emotions, not considering Janey's. It seemed as though she was punishing Janey for Mitchel's mistakes, depriving Janey of the paternal love she deserved.

Raegan signed. Maybe she shouldn't block their meetings out of selfishness.

Even though she and Mitchel weren't together anymore, the truth that she was the mother and he was the father remained unchanged.

of their

turmoil, and she hardly noticed when Mitchel stood up to leave When the door swung open, their eyes locked Standing

him, swallowing hard before softly saying, "Janey is asleep now." "Okay," replied Raegan,

there something bothering Janey

did you know?" Mitchel looked slightly concerned, She seems to shiver

better after treatment overseas.’ The phrase "the mother's scare” I deeply pained Mitchel. He wondered how Raegan managed to give birth in such perilous conditions. He dared not to delve deeper into his thoughts. The mere thought was

being able to protect Raegan and their child properly. Given another

his firm decision. No excuses or hesitations. He had to

in Mitchel's eyes startled Raegan, who quickly regained her composure

safe for him. He'll be here shortly." Raegan was doubtful, but before she could press the issue, she listened as he proposed, "Luis knows a reputable psychologist. Let's meet him first. If you find him suitable, we can bring Janey along, alright?" Raegan paused, not

better. She trusted Luis' expertise in the medical field. Any doctor

lit up, warm light illuminated his

smile, he added, "Yes, both of us." She realized his implication and felt a rush of warmth in her cheeks, eager to distance

sentence when he suddenly reached out, drawing her into his

widened in shock,

remained silent, resting his head against her neck, his breathing causing a ticklish sensation

Release me!" "Raegan," he whispered her name, his voice near her

rough, "Thank you."

seemed to fall on her neck, touching her

crying once more? Though it was just a single tear,

before her, not for the first ime After a while, Mitchel managed to

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