Mitchels voice was frosty. Pregnant women shouldnt eat anything too stimulating. Seafood the other night, and ice cream today. Combining them could lead to problems. Werent you aware?
Forty hours had passed since then, and Stefan hadnt considered this.
He wasnt a doctor, but the ice cream and seafood got approval from a doctor for occasional enjoyment.
However, understanding Mitchels concern for Raegans health, Stefan conceded graciously. I overlooked it. Ill take greater care in the future.
Mitchels demeanor became even more severe, his tone icy and strict.
I expect you to be a hundred times more cautious. Just because the children arent yours doesnt mean you can be negligent!
Even with Stefans generally calm demeanor, such accusations made it hard for him to stay composed. I never thought it that way, he responded sharply. Youd better not have thought so, Mitchel retorted, his words laced with a subtle threat.
Raegan was vivid. Who did Mitchel think he was? He was already involved with someone else, yet he was meddling in her life. Plus, Stefan wasnt really her husband. He was only trying to Lend a hand, and now he was getting a scolding. It felt so unjust. Right now, with Mitchels bossy tone and piercing stare, it felt especially overwhelming. By comparison, she thought Mitchel was completely unreasonable.
While the two men faced off, Raegan had finished the remaining half of the ice cream.
Both men looked over at her, visibly shocked.
With a frosty expression, Raegan declared, Mr. Dixon, I was the one who asked for the ice cream. Youve been scolding the wrong person.
The fact that Mitchel knew she ate seafood made her feel uneasy.
Why are you monitoring me? What gives you the right to meddle in my matters? They are my children. Dont you think I can look after them myself? The more Raegan reflected on it, the angrier she felt, especially about the ice cream she had barely tasted. It left her with a sour feeling.
Mitchel, taken aback by Raegans outburst, stiffened. After a moment of silence, he admitted, I apologize. I shouldnt have used that tone.
Upon hearing this, Stefan caught a glimpse of an emotion on Mitchels face that he hadnt seen
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before. It was a mix of sadness and self- reproach, an expression unfamiliar to such a confident man. Mitchel simply didnt seem to fit in. Or rather, he seemed completely out of place.
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Like the guys one had read about in finance news or remember from the past, Mitchel shouldnt show vulnerability like this.
Stefans perception of Mitchel shifted. Considering that Mitchel was just trying to show his love for the children, it felt silly to dwell on his demeanor.
Plus, Mitchels worries over Raegans children made Stefan feel a tad uneasy and anxious.
Raegan felt upset, and she signaled for Stefan to leave with her.
Stefan understood that her gesture was meant for Mitchel to see, and after hesitating briefly, he took her hand. He gave Mitchel a nod, and then they began to walk away.
Mitchel appeared conflicted, his feelings mixed, and suddenly reached for Raegans hand.
Raegan quickly pulled her hand away, causing him to stagger backward, unsteady on his feet.
With a slight frown, Raegan composed herself and stated firmly, Mitchel, they are my children. Dont even think about taking them, or Ill disappear with the children somewhere youll never find us.
Mitchel stopped in his tracks. Raegans declaration clearly had a powerful effect. I didnt mean he began.