“How dare you!" Alexis clutched the railing. He was so furious that he struggled for breath.

Suddenly, Mitchel called out, "Matteo!"

Matteo walked over to Mitchel, who then ordered, "Escort him to see the doctor. Also, station two bodyguards at the door. Don't let anyone like him come in Alexis could hardly believe what he was hearing. Mitchel was targeting him.

That was exactly what he had said moments earlier. But now, his own words were being used against him.

Alexis felt a tightness in his chest. His eyes rolled back as Matteo assisted him out of the room.

Now, only Mitchel and Raegan were left in the room.

Noticing that Mitchel's jaw was red and swollen, Raegan guided him to sit on the sofa.

"Wait here."

She quickly fetched a piece of ice from the freezer, wrapped it in gauze, and then gently applied it to his jaw.

On the sofa, Mitchel's tall frame made the space seem almost too small.

To be able to apply the cold compress better, Raegan knelt on the sofa, her one leg bent for balance.

Mitchel's eyes were captivating. They were deep and attractive, with an almost vortex-like intensity at their center that seemed to draw people in whenever he gazed at them.

Raegan's heart raced. Feeling uncomfortable under his intense gaze, she bit her lip and urged, "Close your eyes."

“Why? Feeling shy?" Mitchel teased with a light chuckle. He found her shy expression endearing.

"Then do it yourself." Raegan gave him the ice pack. But he caught her wrist with a gentle, yet firm grip and drew her closer as if into an embrace.

"Help me, and I'll behave," Mitchel said, his voice low and slightly husky. It was easy to miss if one was not paying close attention.

With that, he closed his eyes and rested his hand on her slender waist.

With his eyes shut, the mesmerizing power of his gaze was hidden, drawing attention instead to the strong lines of his face. Distinct yet delicate.

Even with his eyes closed, Mitchel's appearance remained striking.

His long, straight eyelashes added to his allure.