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.

pondered that regardless of their

parent Her mind was in turmoil, and she hardly noticed when Mitchel stood up to leave When the door swung open, their eyes locked Standing tall, Mitchel made Raegan

closed the door gently behind him, swallowing hard before softly saying, "Janey is asleep now." "Okay," replied Raegan, at a loss

there something bothering Janey psychologically?"

asked, "How did you know?" Mitchel looked

"Janey shivered when she was smaller The doctor mentioned it might be due { to the mother's scare. But she's gotten much better after treatment overseas.’ The phrase "the mother's scare” I

their child properly. Given another chance, he would guard them with his

firm decision. No excuses or hesitations. He had to be by their

eyes startled Raegan, who quickly regained

we call Matteo?" Mitchel responded with a light tone, "Answering calls while driving isn't 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 rejecting the suggestion.

trusted Luis' expertise in the medical field. Any doctor he vouched for would { undoubtedly be

Mitchel's smile then lit up, warm light illuminated

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

yourself..." Raegan couldn't finish her sentence when he suddenly reached out,

widened

a small, defensive hedgehog, she protested, "Hey, what's this about?" { Mitchel remained silent, resting his head against her neck, his

her name,

Then, he stated again, his voice rough, "Thank you." Raegan was taken aback, puzzled

held her, his tears seemed to fall on her

stood still, somewhat disbelieving. Was he crying once more? Though

in contrast to hi 1sual demeanor left her stunned Mitchel, who seemed so strong and A invincible, was now showing his I vulnerability before her, not for the first ime After a while, Mitchel managed to say, "Thank you for bringing Janey into

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