Raegan tried to escape, but as Mitchel settled into the driver's seat, he restrained her hands to her chest, holding her firmly in place.

Raegan's anger boiled over, her face flushed with fury. "You bastard!

Go back to your precious Lauren. If you're so fond of each other, why not release me from this misery? Do you take pleasure in tormenting me? Bastard! Jerk! You're nothing more than an animal!"

Remembering how Mitchel had imprisoned her, mistreated her, yet cared for Lauren, who was pregnant, Raegan's rage intensified.

Lauren, though not directly responsible for the attack, had masterminded it, providing Tessa with the means and support.

Even if Tessa was out of the picture, it didn't change the fact that Lauren had played a role in the loss of her child.

Raegan glared at Mitchel, her anger unbridled. "Get your hands off me.

I'm done with this charade. I'll explain to your grandpa myself!"

She couldn't stand the thought that Mitchel was in the same car as her.

The thought of Mitchel secretly aiding the person behind their first child's demise filled her with uncontrollable fury.

Mitchel, noting Raegan's pallor and labored breathing, felt concerned.

He softened his tone, “Raegan, please, just calm down for a moment."

Determined not to let him touch her, Raegan clasped her hands tightly, forcing herself to regain composure.

As her breathing steadied and she quieted down, Mitchel loosened his grip and tried to explain, "Things aren't what you think."

The familiar remarks made Raegan want to laugh. But she held back and listened quietly.

Mitchel stared at her intensely and confessed, "The child in Lauren's belly is not mine."

Raegan sneered, “Mitchel, am I that stupid in your eyes? If the child isn't yours, why do you still keep her by your side?"

"Yes, it's true that I took her out of the mental hospital. But I didn't do it out of pity or sympathy. I have a reason for doing it," Mitchel explained.

Mitchel paused and added, “One day, I will tell you everything. But for now, please just trust me. You will know when the right time comes."

Unfortunately, Raegan was not convinced by his clumsy explanation.