| Chapter 402 Raegan, Please | Mitchel showed no signs of leaving.
\ Raegan had her hand on the door | handle, ready to step out of the car.
Seeing this, Mitchel hastily called out, "Raegan, Janey..." Raegan halted and turned to look at Mitchel. Mitchel whispered, "Janey must be feeling frightened today. She's probably worried about me. I want to see her." Raegan hesitated.
Mitchel knew Raegan always put Janey's feelings first. He added, "Please, let me visit Janey. I won't come by every day. Just tonight, can I?" His voice was low, his pride set aside.
Raegan's hand on the door handle
froze, her mind struggling.
! "Raegan, I'm asking you to let me see Janey just for tonight," Mitchel pled.
Noticing Mitchel's pale, yet handsome face, Raegan was torn. Yet, she was firm in her decision. The memory of her past pain and suffering chilled her heart instantly. But Janey's possible tears swayed her.
After a moment's indecision, Raegan let go of the door handle and remained quiet.
Mitchel took her silence as agreement.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHe felt a mix of happiness and sadness. Without Janey, he knew he'd stand no chance.
At West Lake Villa.
Reaching the entrance, Raegan saw Annis pacing the yard, holding Janey.
Annis was gently patting Janey's back, trying to soothe her.
Seeing this, Raegan rushed over, calling out, "Janey!" Janey cried, "Mommy..." Janey's face was red as if she had been crying for a long while. Her long eyelashes were dry and stuck together, giving her a pitiful appearance.
Raegan's heart ached as she extended her hands to embrace Janey.
"Janey!" Mitchel's voice was laden with sorrow as he called out to Janey.
When Janey caught sight of Mitchel, her eyes grew wide and bright. She cried harder, "Daddy, you're still here..." Mitchel reached out to embrace Janey, smiling. He reassured her, "Daddy's fine, not that easy to break." Janey clung to Mitchel's neck, scanning him from head to toe through her
tearful eyes. She seemed to be | checking whether Mitchel was hurt.
Raegan watched this, feeling a twinge | of sadness. Once, Janey only had eyes | for her. Now, Janey was showing | concern for Mitchel.
| Though Raegan was aware of Janey's unwavering love for her, a hint of jealousy crept in. She found herself standing still, recognizing the cause of her jealousy.
Raegan pondered whether she should allow Janey to grow so attached to Mitchel. She feared if Mitchel had to make a tough decision one day, it might end up hurting Janey.
Janey scrutinized Mitchel's face, finding no faults, which lightened her spirits. She joyfully placed her hands on Mitchel's cheeks and planted a big kiss on his face.
Mitchel's heart swelled with joy.
) Janey inquired, "Daddy, why did you | collapse earlier?" } | "I didn't eat enough and fainted | because of the lack of strength.
4 Remember, Janey, eating on time is important..." Carrying Janey, Mitchel walked inside, his expression serious as he said softly.
As they moved inside, Mitchel whispered something to Janey that made her giggle.
Annis observed, somewhat amazed.
"Mr. Dixon has a real knack for bonding with kids. I tried to cheer Janey up for so long in vain." Raegan's brow furrowed upon hearing this. Sometimes, the bond of family was undeniable. Janey had many male figures in her life, like Erick, Stefan, | and her grandpa... Despite the
| affection from these men, Mitchel held | a special place in her heart. Their bond seemed natural and effortless. Was it | true, as Janey's psychologist suggested, that a father's love was irreplaceable, despite the presence of other caring | male figures? Yet, Raegan recalled the psychologist had pointed out children would likely thrive under the care of loving parents.
With so many misunderstandings and hurts between them, how could they possibly nurture love again? Inside the room.
Janey was exceptionally attached to Mitchel that evening, wanting his embrace for everything except when she had to use the bathroom.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMitchel looked at Janey lovingly, cherishing their time together.
However, Raegan noticed Mitchel was
not in the best of health, spotting | occasional beads of sweat on his forehead when he leaned over. Clearly, | he hadn't completely recovered from | his earlier ordeal. But he persisted in | smiling and engaging with Janey.
| Raegan approached and gently took Janey into her arms, softly saying, "Janey, it's getting late. Time for a bath and bed." Janey was reluctant to part ways with Mitchel. She wrapped her arms around Raegan's neck, pleading in a sweet tone, "Mommy, is it okay if Daddy stays over tonight?" Raegan was caught off guard by Janey's request. She froze, while Mitchel awaited her response with hopeful eyes.
Mitchel's face was noticeably pale. It was devoid of color.
A wave of heartache washed over | Raegan. Upon recognizing her feeling sorry for him again, she felt a surge of | alarm. She reminded herself not to be | swayed by her emotions.
Regaining her composure, Raegan | answered Janey, "No." Janey was puzzled and questioned, "Erick stays over sometimes. Why can't Daddy?" Raegan responded, "Erick is part of our family, so it's different for him." Raegan's statement struck a chord in Mitchel's heart. He felt as though his heart was bleeding. His already pale face lost even more color.
Janey was still confused and inquired, "Isn't Daddy part of our family too? My classmate told me his parents are the closest people to him. Why isn't it the same with me?"
Raegan was at a loss for words. How ( could she explain her relationship with Mitchel wasn't close anymore? | Luckily, Mitchel stepped in. He gently caressed Janey's head, maintaining a smile as he said softly, "Janey, it's late | now. You should listen to your mommy and go to sleep." Janey had more questions, but she could sense Mitchel was somewhat weary. Reluctantly, she said, "Okay.
Goodnight, Daddy." Raegan, meeting Mitchel's gaze, remained silent as she carried Janey to the bathroom.
Annis came to help with Janey's bath.
When Raegan went to get Janey's pajamas, she noticed Mitchel was still lingering at the entrance. She eyed him with a frown. "Why haven't you left yet?"
Mitchel returned her gaze with a | troubled look and asked in a raspy voice, "Raegan, would you mind seeing me out?" \