“Are you leaving?" he asked.

Raegan nodded, replying, “Yeah, it's pretty late."

“Don't go.

As Mitchel held her hand, he struggled to find the words to convince her to stay. Suddenly, he blurted out, "Who is going to look after me if you leave? I got hurt because of you."

It was the same excuse Luciana had used on the phone.

Raegan's bright eyes dimmed.

To her, she still thought Mitchel and Eloise were engaged. How could she stay the night and take care of him?

Alexis' words were still echoing in her ears.

Those words were like a long iron nail in her heart, making her feel ashamed of herself.

She was determined not to let herself become embroiled in other people's relationships.

With that resolve in mind, Raegan pinched her thigh secretly, fighting the urge to succumb to the situation.

No one seemed to consider her feelings or reputation. But she had to do it for herself.

Taking a deep breath, she asked, “How much does hiring a nursing worker cost? I can cover the expenses until you leave the hospital."

Mitchel's eyes darkened when he heard her words.

He stared at her intently and asked with a frown, "You think I care about the money?”

Raegan understood his frustration but needed to make her stance clear.

She said seriously, "We shouldn't complicate things further. Keeping our distance is better for both of us."

Mitchel's expression changed, anger evident in his eyes.

"So, you are here to cut ties with me?"

When he spoke, he concentrated his gaze on her.