I detected movement in her phone signal, but then it vanished.
What phone signal? Ericks eyes widened. Youve been monitoring her phone? he exclaimed, a mix of shock and anger coloring his face.
Mitchel was quick to defend himself. Im merely ensuring her safety, especially in her delicate condition. Im only tracking her location, nothing more.
You had no right! The admission only fueled Ericks anger. He couldnt believe it! How could Mitchel invade Raegans privacy in such a manner? What ate him is that he didnt even notice when Mitchel did it.
Then, Erick came to realize that Mitchel had been vigilant, even in the dead of night. Had Mitchel been unable to sleep, consumed by worry for Raegans well-being?
Remove it immediately! Erick demanded.
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Mitchel hesitated. Obviously, he didnt want to do it. I promise Ill do so when shes away from Aurora. But for now, please, go check on her.
With a determined nod, Erick set off toward Raegans room.
Ill return shortly. And when I return, that monitoring software should be gone, Erick warned with a low growl. And stay put. No one should disturb the young couple.
Mitchel stood frozen without saying a word.
Erick walked through the halls, calling out as he reached Reagans room. Raegan? Raegan?
The repeated calls only revealed his growing anxiety. Raegan Are you there?
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A shift in Mitchels expression signaled his readiness to intervene.
However, the servant, mindful of Ericks instructions, intercepted him. Sir, please, hold on a moment.
Out of my way. Mitchels icy glare pierced the air, chilling the servant to the bone.
Mitchel brushed past the servant, leaving the latter still recovering.
The servant scrambled to keep pace. Sir, you cant
Mitchels gait, hampered by his injured leg, betrayed his urgency, particularly exacerbated by the rain.
Perceiving Mitchels apparent weakness, the servant reached out to assist, only to be rebuffed by Mitchels crutch, leaving him sprawled on the ground.
Mitchel harbored no ill will toward the servant, only a fervent desire to reach Raegans room. He wished to be there as quickly as he could! Yet, his frustration was only mounting as he limped slower and slower.
Upon nearing Raegans room, Mitchel intervened just as Erick prepared to kick the door open. Hold it! his authoritative command halted Erick in his tracks.
Erick, taken aback, yielded to Mitchels approach.
What if Raegan is on the other side? Mitchel said.
Erick hesitated, his foot hovering above the doorframe.