Chapter 20
Her Domineering Mother-in-law "Raegan..." Mitchel called out softly while approaching Raegan.
His voice was filled with worry.
It was Raegan’s first time having a near-death experience.
Raegan was still in a trance at the moment.
But Mitchel's voice brought Raegan back to her senses.
The moment she saw him, she had the urge to throw herself into his arms regardless of anything.
She almost died today.
She really thought it was her end.
If Raegan didn't make it, Mitchel would never see her again.
And he would never know about their baby.
Mitchel knew nothing about the baby yet.
Raegan hadn't had the chance to tell him anything.
Even if he didn't like the baby, it was still his.
He deserved to know.
The baby also had the right to let its father know its existence.
Raegan didn't want to deprive her baby of this right.
"Mitchel..." Raegan was about to say something when the door was pushed open, and someone called out Mitchel's name behind them.
It was Lauren who came in.
She immediately walked to the bed and said concernedly, "Raegan, are you all right? Mitchel and 1 were on our way to the court when we heard that you were in the hospital.
We were shocked and worried about you, so we immediately came here." Raegan was stunned for a moment.
She didn't expect to hear these words from Lauren.
But soon, she realized something.
Then she felt that the hope in her heart that had just been revived sank to the bottom again.
And the luster in her eyes slowly disappeared until her eyes dimmed.
1 How could she forget? Today must be a significant day for Lauren.
After all, Mitchel and she were getting divorced today, and Mitchel would finally be free to marry Lauren.
Raegan realized how ridiculous she was.
Mitchel was very eager to divorce her.
How could she still hold on to her fantasy about him? Her brain must have been affected by her injuries.
She became muddled, and she was not able to think clearly.
Raegan remained silent.
It was Mitchel who turned his head to Lauren and asked, "Why did you come in?" His tone seemed grumpy, and his expression turned cold.
Lauren put on a pitiful look and said softly, “It’s so cold outside.
With these thin clothes, I can't stand the cold..." Raegan still didn't say anything, but her eyes scanned Lauren up and down.
Lauren wore a white lace dress with a hollowed-out design.
It was simple yet elegant, making her look particularly frail and attractive.
Mitchel was in a black suit, and Lauren wore a delicate white dress.
Whoever saw them would immediately understand why they were dressed like this.
Obviously, they couldn't wait to register their marriage certificate.
It was just that what happened to Raegan had ruined their plan.
After this realization, Raegan didn't want to say another word to Mitchel.
At this moment, Lauren spoke again.
"Raegan, how are you feeling now?" On the surface, Lauren was pretending to be concerned about Raegan.
But the undisguised resentment in her eyes was undeniable.
Actually, Lauren had prepared for this day.
She had this handmade white dress customized half a month ago because this day was special for her.
She had been desperate to marry Mitchel, and she thought she would finally become his wife today.
So, she got up early in the morning and dressed up.
For a smooth plan today, Lauren took a morning-after pill and went to the Dixon Group to wait for Mitchel.
As soon as she saw him, she cried pitifully and coaxed him to go to the court.
Lauren had planned everything in advance.
She only needed to wait for Mitchel and Raegan to divorce.
Then, she would have her way to let Mitchel marry her, She thought what happened yesterday was enough to make Raegan back down.
She didn’t expect Raegan wouldn't give up and delayed the appointment for the divorce.
Raegan must do it purposely! Lauren couldn't help cursing Raegan in her heart while looking at Raegan.
Lauren vowed to make a meticulous plan to deal with Raegan in the future.
"I'm fine," Raegan replied indifferently.
Her bandaged right hand was hidden under the quilt.
Mitchel and Lauren couldn't see it.
There was no need to let them know about it.
"I'm glad to know that you're fine.
It means you can go through the procedure this afternoon, right?” Lauren said at once.
Obviously, this had been her purpose of coming here.
- Mitchel raised his eyebrow when he heard Lauren's question.
He looked at her with a frown and was about to say something.
But before Mitchel could open his mouth, Raegan spoke first.
"Of course, | can.
Don't worry.
I'll be there on time.” Even if Mitchel and Lauren didn't come here, Raegan had planned to go to the court in the afternoon.
Although it was inconvenient to use her left hand due to her injured right hand, she could still sign the documents with her left hand.
Mitchel’s eyes narrowed, and his expression darkened when he heard Raegan’s words.
But Lauren was too excited to notice the sudden change in Mitchel's expression.
Lauren held Mitchel's arm and said happily, "Thank you, Raegan.
As I have said, even if you and Mitchel divorce, we will still treat you as family.
We will look after you." Mitchel’s frown deepened upon hearing this.
Suddenly, the door was slammed open.
"Really? Since when did an outsider have the right to make decisions for the Dixon family? Why didn't I know?" Luciana snapped as she stormed in.
Luciana looked noble and elegant in her red dress.
She put the lunch box on the bedside table, took a cushion, and put it behind Raegan to serve as Raegan's backrest.
Then she said warmly to Raegan, "Raegan, are you hungry? I'm sorry I'm a bit late.
I let the maids make these dishes for you, and it took them a while to finish.” Luciana ignored Mitchel and Lauren.
It was as if only she and Raegan were in the ward.
Luciana walked in so quickly that Lauren didn't clearly see who came in.
But she felt that the aura this woman exuded was undoubtedly strong.
Lauren thought she had to fight back.
She had to show this woman that she was not a pushover.
Besides, this woman was kind to Raegan.
She never saw any wealthy people around Raegan.
Lauren assumed this woman was not a big shot.
With all these thoughts, Lauren held her head high and asked arrogantly, "Who are you? Are you related to Raegan?” Luciana snorted coldly, turned around, and looked at Lauren disdainfully.
"Me? Am I related to Raegan? Of course, I am! I'm her mother-in-law." As soon as Luciana said this, there was pin-drop silence in the ward.
The air around them instantly froze.
Finally, Lauren saw Luciana's face clearly.
Her legs went weak.
If she hadn't been holding Mitchel's arm, she would have almost fallen to the ground.
° It turned out the woman was Mitchel’s mother.
Lauren didn't expect Luciana to come here.
1 Luciana looked at Lauren sharply.
It was as if she wanted to swallow Lauren alive.
Lauren was so scared that she quickly hid behind Mitchel.
Mitchel was also surprised about Luciana’s appearance.
He pursed his thin lips and asked, "Mom, why did you come back out of the blue?” Luciana looked at Mitchel and sneered, "You're the fine one to ask.
Can't I come back anytime I want? It's actually a good thing that I decided to come back today.
Otherwise, I wouldn't have witnessed such a dramatic scene.
You brat! Your wife is injured, but you don't even know how to comfort her.
Instead, you show up here with your mistress.
How can you be so insensitive? You are so cruel!" Luciana was furious.
She showed no mercy even to Mitchel.
Lauren's face turned pale at once.
Then, resentment filled her heart.
She was looking forward to marrying into the Dixon family.
How dare Luciana call her a mistress! Lauren knew that Luciana always despised her.
But now, Luciana even humiliated her like this.
Luciana was going too far.
But she could not lose her temper.
So Lauren bit her lower lip and said pitifully, "Luciana, I'm Lauren.
] am the daughter of Tommy Murray.
Don't you remember me?” “Lauren...” Luciana repeated. Content is © by NôvelDrama.Org.
She thought for a while, then said, "Wait.
Did you just say you are Tommy's daughter?” When Luciana mentioned Tommy's name, her expression gradually changed.
Lauren's eyes lit up upon seeing Luciana's reaction.
She smiled and answered, "Yes, I am his daughter.
When I was a child, I used to..." But before Lauren could finish her words, Luciana shook her head and interrupted, "As far as I know, the Murray family is a family of scholars.
They will never have a shameless descendant like you who seduces a married man.” 1 The smile on Lauren's face instantly froze.
She was at a loss for words.
Luciana stared at Lauren with piercing eyes and continued, "If you are really the daughter of the Murray family, I will have a good chat with Tommy.
He must be so busy with his work that he doesn't have time to discipline his child.
He has to know what kind of person his daughter is." 1 Luciana paused, snorted coldly, and continued, "Or does he support you for being the shameless other woman? Does he have no objection to your behavior? Humph! What kind of a father is he?” Luciana was a straightforward person.
She said whatever she wanted to say without hesitation.
So, it was not surprising that her words were ruthless, directly belittling Lauren and the Murray family.
Raegan, who had been listening to Luciana and Lauren silently on the bed, was still in astonishment.
She never expected that Luciana was her mother-in- law.
Although Raegan and Mitchel were married for two years, Raegan never got the chance to meet Mitchel's parents.
All she knew was that they lived abroad.
But one time, Raegan overheard the maids of the Dixon family mention that Mitchel's parents didn’t like her at all.
The reason was very simple.
Raegan came from a humble family and didn't deserve to marry into the rich and powerful Dixon family.
Since then, Raegan had always thought that Mitchel’s parents didn't like her.
But now, Luciana stormed into the ward with a lunch box for Raegan and scolded Mitchel and Lauren.
She even introduced herself as Raegan's mother-in-law and defended Raegan.
Raegan was in utter disbelief.
Yet, seeing the depressed look on Lauren's face made Raegan feel somehow complacent.
Raegan thought she must have been affected by Lauren's wickedness since she had been dealing with Lauren frequently these days.
That was why she would feel this way now.
At this moment, Lauren's face flushed like she had been slapped countless times.
She felt embarrassed and pissed but she knew she couldn't lose her temper at this juncture.
With mixed feelings burning within her, she looked weird with that pitiful look she put on.
When Mitchel saw this, he subconsciously frowned and tried to explain, "Mom, it’s not like that...” "Not like what?" Luciana interrupted forcefully.
She pointed at Lauren and snapped, “Is this woman not your mistress, or Raegan is not your wife?" Upon hearing this, Lauren’s face turned pale.
She felt like she was about to die from the inner anger of being humiliated.