Abel was sort of good-looking, his dark skin giving him a striking and robust appearance, Like a rugged man touched by wilderness. If in a different position, Katie might appreciate him. It was unfortunate that Abel was born into such a lowly status, only fit to be stepped on by her.

Katie got up and moved toward the mirror, slowly lifting her clothes to reveal her flat belly. She patted her belly and walked around, mimicking those pregnant women.

After a few steps, she peered at her reflection, her eyes narrowing into a sly and somewhat eerie smile. She had everything ready. This time, she was determined to have Mitchel's child. Mitchel would always belong to her... Forever!

The next day was the weekend.

Raegan was at home, enjoying breakfast with Janey.

Just as the table was set, the doorbell rang.

Before Annis could reach the door, Janey had already jumped off her chair and dashed to the entrance.

Raegan was curious about who it might be when she noticed Mitchel entering with Janey in his arms.

Noticing Raegan's less-than-thrilled look, Janey quickly came up with an excuse and said in a soothing tone, “Mommy, I asked daddy to come over. Can he have breakfast with me?"

Raegan and Mitchel had made a pact not to fight or show any upset feelings in front of Janey. So Raegan forced a smile and replied softly, “Of course, Janey.”

While still held by Mitchel, Janey stretched out her arms to wrap around Raegan's neck, planting a small kiss on her. “I love you, mommy!" she declared in her tender voice.

This gesture brought Raegan and Mitchel a bit closer.

As Raegan raised her head, she accidentally collided with Mitchel's chin.

Mitchel gazed at Raegan with a look full of intensity, quickly reaching out to caress her head, asking with a concerned tone, “Are you okay?"

Janey, still in Mitchel's embrace, instructed, “Daddy, give mommy a kiss. It always makes me feel better when mommy kisses me."

Raegan was at a loss for words, racking her mind to find an excuse to decline.

The atmosphere turned slightly awkward.

Seeing Mitchel hesitate, Janey became restless, thinking how silly he was being. “Daddy, kiss mommy," she encouraged, looking expectantly at Mitchel.

With Janey's eager eyes on him, Mitchel's expression softened as he carefully leaned down.

Cheek-kissing was a pretty normal way of greeting.