Raegan's hand on the door handle froze, her mind struggling.

"Raegan, I'm asking you to let me see Janey just for tonight,”

Mitchel pled.

Noticing Mitchel's pale, yet handsome face, Raegan was torn. Yet, she was firm in her decision. The memory of her past pain and suffering chilled her heart instantly. But Janey's possible tears swayed her.

After a moment's indecision, Raegan let go of the door handle and remained quiet.

Mitchel took her silence as agreement. He felt a mix of happiness and sadness. Without Janey, he knew he'd stand no chance.

At West Lake Villa.

Reaching the entrance, Raegan saw Annis pacing the yard, holding Janey. Annis was gently patting Janey's back, trying to soothe her.

Seeing this, Raegan rushed over, calling out, "Janey!"

Janey cried, "Mommy..."

Janey's face was red as if she had been crying for a long while. Her long eyelashes were dry and stuck together, giving her a pitiful appearance.

Raegan's heart ached as she extended her hands to embrace Janey.

"Janey!" Mitchel's voice was laden with sorrow as he called out to Janey.

When Janey caught sight of Mitchel, her eyes grew wide and bright.

She cried harder, “Daddy, you're still here..."

Mitchel reached out to embrace Janey, smiling. He reassured her, “Daddy's fine, not that easy to break."

Janey clung to Mitchel's neck, scanning him from head to toe through her tearful eyes. She seemed to be checking whether Mitchel was hurt.

Raegan watched this, feeling a twinge of sadness. Once, Janey only had eyes for her. Now, Janey was showing concern for Mitchel.

Though Raegan was aware of Janey's unwavering love for her, a hint of jealousy crept in. She found herself standing still, recognizing the cause of her jealousy.

Raegan pondered whether she should allow Janey to grow so attached to Mitchel. She feared if Mitchel had to make a tough decision one day, it might end up hurting Janey.