Why was Katie, really? Katie was the one who wanted her life but ended up accidentally hurting him.

Though there wasn't direct proof, it was clear Lauren's actions were instigated by Katie. And the kidnapping of Janey, Luciana's injury.

Weren't they Katie's doing?

Even Raegan could connect the dots and deduce it. Wouldn't Mitchel, a man of his intelligence, also figure it out? Or was he aware and simply letting it happen?

Mitchel noticed Raegan wasn't budging even after a while, so he just bypassed her. His distant behavior made it seem Like something contagious was in the air around where Raegan was standing. He seemed eager to widen the distance between him and Raegan.

Mitchel and Katie gradually walked away. Yet, Raegan could still hear Katie's voice. "Mitchel, they say the seafood stew here is amazing. I really want to give it a try..."

Raegan's mind was in turmoil, her thoughts a chaotic whirl.

Repeatedly, she reminded herself that Mitchel had his reasons, and she shouldn't overthink it before the fight had even started.

“Miss Foster," a woman called out, pulling Raegan back to the present.

It was the client Raegan was meant to meet, who had just happened to run into her right here.

Raegan forced a smile, though it was strained. "Ms. Craig."

The woman, the head of the media department, was direct and easy for Raegan to talk to.

Noticing Raegan's ashen complexion, Ms. Craig expressed her concern, "You're not moving. Are you feeling unwell?"

Raegan hesitated. Even a stranger could tell she looked unwell.

Surely, Mitchel would have noticed. It was hard to believe he hadn't.

Mitchel was usually so observant. He must have noticed how distressed she looked just now. His decision to disregard it must have been because he didn't want to express his concern.

Ms. Craig offered, “Maybe we should postpone our meeting? Would you like to visit a hospital first?"

Snapping out of her daze, Raegan smiled weakly. "No, I'm okay. Let's continue."

"What should we have for lunch?"

"Seafood stew," Raegan replied.