Are You Defending Him Indeed, Raegan had intentionally diverted her focus, striving to put the issue out of her mind.
Yet, the day following Lauren's birthday party, the media was flooded with news about Mitchel and Lauren.
Several guests at the party had informed reporters that Mitchel and Lauren were deeply in love, and whispers about their
upcoming wedding were verified by a source close to them.
Given that this information had gone public on social media platforms, it was evident that Mitchel had given his silent approval.
With his influence, quashing such rumors would have been effortless for him.
Consequently, the subject Raegan had fought so hard to ignore resurfaced, making denial futile.
Raegan felt a pang of sadness but concealed it skillfully.
Dropping her gaze, she nibbled on her straw.
"Henley, I apologize, but discussing this isn't something I can do right now." Henley responded with a kind smile, "That's alright,
Raegan.
My primary concern is your happiness." However, Raegan said earnestly, "Henley, | believe it’s best if we maintain some
distance going forward." Caught off guard, Henley nearly fumbled his coffee cup.
Collecting himself, he asked softly, "Did he intimidate you again?" Raegan simply shook her head.
"No, it's just that helping me always seems to hurt you, and I can't bear that guilt.
We should stop meeting each other.” Raegan's reasoning was straightforward.
She no longer wanted to inflict pain on those who showed her kindness.
Henley sensed her intentions clearly from her earnest expression.
Yet, the more she pushed him away, the more he yearned to be near her.
Unfazed, he told her, "I’m not afraid of whatever he might do, Raegan.” Still, Raegan was unyielding.
"I appreciate that, Henley, but my mind is made up.

I can’t bring myself to harm you further.” Observing Raegan's unwavering determination, Henley's expression turned somewhat

gloomy.
He ceased bothering Raegan but locked eyes with her, saying, "If that's what you truly want, Raegan, I'll honor your wishes."
"Thank you for understanding, Henley.
I hope life treats you well," Raegan responded sincerely.
"As a final gesture, may I at least treat you to dessert?” Henley offered.

The irony was not lost on either man, considering the woman Mitchel was married to awaited Henley in the dining room. Mitchel stood upright, his legs appearing even more slender encased in his tailored pants, and responded, "I warned you to keep your distance

eyes narrowed at this, his tongue pressing against the

"You like her very much? How dare you!" Unfazed, Henley got right to the point.
"The sad truth is, you've lost Raegan's affection for good.
You can't even win her heart.” Mitchel felt his head spin and struggled to maintain his composure.
So Raegan had been sharing their marital issues to Henley? His fists clenched in preparation for pummeling Henley, but he
caught himself just in time.
He knew Henley was baiting him.
Mitchel tilted his head upward and sneered, "No matter what you think, she’s still my wife." Observing the rage flash across
Mitchel's face, Henley decided to pour more gasoline on the fire.
“Mr.
Dixon, wouldn'tit be thrilling to make this a true competition?" Bang! Mitchel's fist came flying, colliding with Henley's face.
Henley's nose started to bleed.

his face, he tried to maintain some semblance of dignity. Mitchel was now a live wire, eyes ablaze. He raised his foot, preparing for the next strike. "Enough!" Raegan appeared,

I?" "What nonsense are you talking about?” Raegan shot back, a bitter

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