This prolonged mistreatment made Elin increasingly timid and, tragically, she began to see it as normal.

Had Raegan not stumbled upon the truth and enlisted Erick's help to intervene, Elin might have remained indefinitely in that harrowing marriage.

Elin recalled the final moments of their parting when Dayton embraced her, wept, and professed, "You know I love you, Elin. I truly do."

Those words terrified Elin so much that she fainted right there. The mere thought of Dayton's declaration sent shivers down her spine.

With eyes wide in shock, Raegan asked incredulously, “So, Elin, you're still a virgin?"

Elin shook her head and said, "Not exactly."

Even though Elin had done it before, her memories of that first experience were far from pleasant.

They were both inexperienced and young at the time, making the encounter awkward rather than beautiful. That was her only experience of physical intimacy with a man.

Elin vividly remembered Erick's indifference as he approached her bed.

He always exuded a sense of coldness and arrogance, like a king ruling his kingdom. She had always assumed he would remain this way forever.

However, it was only after witnessing how Erick valued Raegan and Janey that Elin realized the transformative power of genuine care.

Erick's facial expressions changed remarkably when he was with them.

Elin thought she simply didn't deserve such affection and care from him. But now, those days were just a part of her past.

On the third day, Mitchel sent his men to invite Raegan to his office for a meeting.

Believing Mitchel had finally agreed to a divorce, Raegan packed the necessary documents in her bag and headed to the company with Matteo.

Upon her arrival at the office, Raegan found Mitchel engrossed in some paperwork at his desk. He was dressed in a white shirt that accentuated his strong physique. He looked deeply focused on his work, which only enhanced his striking features.

Raegan acknowledged that his appearance momentarily captivated her.

While she waited on the couch, Matteo brought in a variety of refreshments.

However, her interest in the food soon faded, and she felt compelled to ask, "Mr. Dixon, when can we start? It's getting late. We should head to the court soon, or the staff will leave for the day."

Mitchel raised his head. He looked detached as he remarked, “What's the hurry? Why not hear my proposal first?"