Chapter 364

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Suddenly, Mitchel stepped forward and firmly grabbed Raegan's wrist, fixing Stefan with a cold gaze. “Take your hand off him,” he demanded, his words dripping with frost.

To everyone's amazement, Raegan instinctively grabbed Stefan's wrist in response.

At that moment, Mitchel found herself holding Raegan's wrist while she held Stefan's hand, creating palpable tension in the room.

Mitchel's once handsome face wore a grim expression, a trickle of blood stained on his forehead courtesy of Raegan's actions, giving him an almost demonic appearance.

To avoid Mitchel's intense gaze, Raegan moved closer to Stefan, which softened his heart in the midst of that uncomfortable atmosphere.

In reality, Stefan's literary endeavors were nothing more than a facade. The Clifford family had great influence in the north, but Stefan could no longer tolerate their tradition of constant conflict and violence. So he decided to move away from the Clifford family and spent years living in Swynborough.

Over time, Stefan had become good friends with Erick. When he learned of Erick's desire to return to Ardlens with Raegan, Stefan decided to settle in Ardlens.

Stefan had researched Ardlens on the internet and was attracted by the town's charm and welcoming atmosphere. Unlike their homeland, where powerful clans dominated, people there suffered greatly.

Having grown up in such an environment, Stefan was anything but a coward. He had guts to protect the woman he liked at a time like this.

To reassure her, Stefan took Raegan's hand in his and comforted her, "Don't worry."

Meanwhile, Mitchel was deeply hurt by the spectacle before him. How could Raegan approach another man right under his nose? It seemed like she was completely indifferent to his feelings.

Although Raegan felt a little uncomfortable when Stefan took her hand, her prejudices against Mitchel outweighed any discomfort she might have felt.

Raegan shot Mitchel a cold look. "Let go of my hand."

Suppressing his anger, Mitchel forcefully pulled his hand and gritted his teeth. "Come to my side and I'll let it go!"

Raegan frowned, feeling a sharp pain in her shoulder as Mitchel exerted great force on her hand.

Watching this, Stefan put his arm around Raegan's shoulder and spoke with a stern expression. Haven't you heard, Raegan? "She asked you to let her go."

Mitchel's anger flared instantly at Stefan's intervention, and his voice became chillingly cold. «You are nothing more than an intruder. How dare you interfere in our private affairs.

Stefan's tone was still gentle, but his resolve was unwavering as he replied, "Mr. Dixon, I'm afraid you have no right to question me like that, considering Raegan is no longer your wife."

Mitchel hadn't anticipated that Stefan would know about her divorce. His once handsome face turned pale, almost immediately, as if he had been pierced by a thousand arrows, the pain palpable.

With red eyes, Mitchel hoarsely questioned Raegan: “Raegan, what is your relationship with him?”

At that moment, Mitchel's face was deathly pale, marked by eyes bloodshot from a sleepless night. The sadness in his eyes was painfully evident, making it clear that he was deeply hurt.

However, Raegan looked at him with a stoic expression. She had no romantic relationship with Stefan, but chose not to reveal the truth in an attempt to discourage Mitchel.

Noticing Raegan's conflicted expression, Stefan raised his eyebrows and took the initiative to speak. «With Erick's approval, Raegan and I are in a relationship. "If things go well, we plan to get married soon."

Stefan's words hit like lightning, leaving Mitchel's eyes red. Ignoring Stefan's presence, he fixed his gaze on Raegan and questioned each word with intensity: "Are you telling the truth?"

Raegan hadn't anticipated Stefan making up such a story.

With Erick's permission? Marriage? She was stunned by the unexpected turn of events.

However, considering Mitchel's domineering personality, Raegan was quick to respond, "Yes, that's true. "We have a relationship."

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