Raegan had long harbored suspicions about Katie's role in the kidnappings. How else would Luciana have known where the kidnappers were? It had to be from the information Luciana got in return for meeting Katie's demands.

Now, with Luciana being unavailable and the death of those kidnappers, the fact that the mastermind stood unharmed seemed to be solely due to Mitchel. If he decided to shield someone, they were untouchable.

Feeling more and more uncomfortable, Raegan tried to leave but was halted by Katie's extended hand. "Miss Foster, about the dress you designed for me, I approved the draft earlier today. Have you seen it?"

Raegan was taken aback by the abrupt change of topic. Initially, Katie's deposit appeared to be merely an attempt to embarrass her, and there hadn't been any follow-up or confirmation since then, leaving the issue hanging.

Now, intent on turning the embarrassment into reality, Katie wasn't letting it slide. She purposefully said, "I got my wedding dress made last year. Could you just make a couple of casual outfits for me to wear on the honeymoon, and maybe two suits for my husband too?"

Raegan frowned and instinctively turned to Mitchel. She doubted he failed to see that Katie's request of having her design clothes was just a way to embarrass her.

Katie, smiling, said to Mitchel, "Mitchel, Miss Foster's designs are quite nice. Just let her handle it."

Mitchel's gaze was cold, and as he started to speak, he suddenly shifted his statement, remarking indifferently, "You handle these minor things."

At his words, Raegan wasn't surprised. She shouldn't have expectations anyway.

It could have been the restaurant's air conditioning that was malfunctioning. Raegan felt every bit of her skin prickle under her clothes, the cold bothering her deeply. If they could stoop to such behavior, why shouldn't she use this to her advantage? She would be silly not to seize the opportunity to earn some money.

Facing them directly, Raegan stated plainly, "Alright, I'll have my assistant schedule a time with you later."

“Enjoy your meal," Raegan added, managing a faint smile.

With that, she moved forward, not stopping for a second.

Katie was on the verge of saying something more, but Mitchel quickly stopped her by grabbing her hand.

Realizing Mitchel was holding her hand, Katie immediately softened, her expression turning to a sweet smile, hoping Raegan would glance back at them.

But Raegan continued walking with steady, unwavering steps, not looking back once.

Katie was overwhelmed with disappointment, but soon, other feelings emerged. She deemed Mitchel's holding her hand as huge progress.

Moments earlier, she had taken moments to muster the courage to Link arms with him loosely, avoiding direct contact.

"Mitchel..." Katie whispered softly.

Although he was holding Katie's hand, Mitchel didn't look at her. His gaze was cold and distant, fixing straight ahead, even though the path was empty.