Mitchel hadn't anticipated that Stefan would be aware of their divorce. His once-handsome face turned pallid, almost immediately, as if it had been pierced by a thousand arrows, the pain palpable.

With red eyes, Mitchel hoarsely questioned Raegan, "Raegan, what is your relationship with him?"

At that moment, Mitchel's face was deathly pale, marked by bloodshot eyes after a sleepless night. The sorrow in his gaze was painfully evident, making it clear that he was deeply wounded.

However, Raegan met his gaze with a stoic expression. She had no romantic involvement with Stefan, but she chose not to reveal the truth in an attempt to discourage Mitchel.

Noticing Raegan's conflicted expression, Stefan raised his eyebrows and took the initiative to speak. "With Erick's approval, Raegan and I are in a relationship. If things go well, we plan to get married soon."

Stefan's words hit like a thunderbolt, leaving Mitchel's eyes reddening. Ignoring Stefan's presence, he locked his gaze onto Raegan and asked each word with intensity, "Is he telling the truth?"

Raegan hadn't anticipated that Stefan would fabricate such a story.

With Erick's permission? Marriage? She was left dumbfounded by the unexpected turn of events.

However, considering Mitchel's dominant personality, Raegan promptly replied, "Yes, it's true. We are in a relationship!"

The impact of those words was like a bomb detonating. Mitchel felt as though his heart had been torn apart by her declaration. His once-handsome face turned deathly pale in an instant.

Taking advantage of the moment, Raegan withdrew her hand and continued, "Mr. Dixon, please don't interfere in my life any longer.

I don't want Stefan to get jealous."

Hearing her words, Mitchel was left speechless, feeling as though Raegan's words had fragmented his very being.

"How is that possible?" Mitchel exclaimed suddenly, "You promised me that you wouldn't marry within the next six months!"

"Yes, Stefan and I are in a relationship with the intention of marriage, but we are not married yet," she clarified.

Raegan added calmly, “Rest assured. I intend to keep my promise and marry in six months."

Hearing Raegan's words, Mitchel's anger surged to new heights.

“Raegan, you should think carefully before speaking. I agreed to our divorce because you wanted fairness, not because I'm giving up on you.

Do you think you can marry another man at your whim, and I'll just stand by and do nothing?" Mitchel's handsome face contorted with rage as he spat out the words through gritted teeth.

Stefan, protective of Raegan, pulled her behind him and spoke resolutely. "Mr. Dixon, as far as I know, Ardlens is governed by the law. If you intend to control everything, you should be aware of whom you're up against. Raegan is now the daughter of the Foster family. She's no Longer the vulnerable girl who endured mistreatment and captivity under your authority. If you ever dare to mistreat her again, both the Foster family and the Clifford family will not let you off lightly."