Erick replied, âHe hasnât given me anything.
Iâm just being realistic.
He does care about you.
â
Raegan raised her eyebrow.
Something felt off.
This was a complete reversal of Erickâs previous staunch opposition.
Although Erick had softened a bit later, he still maintained a stance of keeping Mitchel at a distance from her.
Now Erick had completely changed his tune.
âErick, whatâs going on with you? What has he given you?â Raegan pressed further.
Erick cleared his throat.
âActually, I just feel that heâs the childrenâs father and having a better relationship with him wouldnât hurt you or the children.
And heâs surely more committed to you than any others.
â
Raeganâs mind raced.
She grasped Erickâs arm and asked, âErick, tell me the truth.
Is our family in financial trouble? Are you trying to push me and the babies away because we canât afford to support us?â
Erick was shocked.
âWhat are you talking about? Our business is thriving.
I could support ten more children and ensure they all live like royalty.
â
âBut youâre making me worried.
Donât stress.
I have my funds.
If you run into financial trouble, I donât have much, just a few billion, but feel free to use it.
â
Eric was at a loss for words.
âStop overthinking things.
Iâve got plenty of money, and your money is yours.
You also get half of the profits from the Foster family business.
No need to fret about it.
â
Raegan nodded.
âErick, just return to your old self.
â
Erick found himself without a reply.
Raegan was still frail, and he didnât want to burden her with too much until she was stronger.
After resting for a few days, Raegan felt better and started preparing to breastfeed and pump for the babies.
With two infants and her body not fully recovered, she had to supplement breastfeeding with formula.
Thankfully, the little ones thrived on their formula, easing Raeganâs concerns.
Because the babies were easy to manage, Raeganâs spirits Lifted significantly.
Meanwhile, Erick and the others were planning a rescue operation for Casey.
Erick didnât want Raegan to stress, so he assured her heâd tell her once the plan was all set.
Raegan understood that her priority was to regain her strength and not burden them.
After another half month of recovery, Raegan had fully recuperated and could stroll in the small garden below.
As she walked, she overheard a young womanâs voice.
âSo what if I tried to piss you off by getting close to another man? Why do you care? Itâs your fault for ignoring me!â
A young male voice exclaimed, âYouâre crazy!â
Raegan didnât want to eavesdrop, yet the manâs and womanâs voices were unmistakably familiar.
Then, the woman retorted, âBryce, listen, itâs not about just finding a guy to upset you.
Iâll sleep with him and make you jealous!â
Turning her head, Raegan spotted the girl in a pink fur coat.
Such bold tone confirmed it was unmistakably Eloise.
An exasperated Bryce replied, âEloise, how many times must I say it? I donât Like you.
Remember the camping trip? You got drunk, clung to me, and ki*sed me in the tent.
That was my first ki*s.
I didnât blame you then, but now youâre obsessing over me.
â
Angry tears welled up in Eloiseâs eyes as she challenged him, âBryce, are you even a man?â