Stella hesitated momentarily, then asked in a low voice, "Where are you?"Aldor quickly arranged a meeting spot.After freshening up a bit, Stella headed out. Concerned for her well-being, Wenham insisted that their driver accompany her.The place Aldor had chosen for their meeting was a cafe. It was 3:00 p.m. on a weekday, so the place was not crowded.Stella provided a room number to the owner, and they escorted her to the entrance of a private room where Aldor was waiting.Upon pushing the door open, she found Aldor sitting inside, accompanied by Ted.Stella was momentarily stunned and closed the door behind her."Mrs. Kane." Aldor sounded like he had a cold, his voice somewhat hoarse. He also looked a little tired. However, upon seeing Stella, he maintained his usual courtesy and warmth. He rose from his seat and pulled out the chair opposite him, "Please, have a seat."Stella set her bag down and sat across from him.Stella's condition was better than Aldor had imagined.
Stella did not say anything as she took the pen and signed the document. Aldor heaved a sigh of relief and said in a serious tone, "Thank you, Mrs. Kane.""Where's the phone?" Stella asked.Aldor then took Keegan's phone from his bag and handed it to Stella, "The police checked it. Apart from the cracked screen, everything inside still works fine."Stella thanked him and took the phone."Do you know how Mrs. Kane Sr. is doing now?"Aldor shook his head, "I can't get in touch with Mrs. Kane Sr. after Mr. Kane got into the accident. Mr. Chandler Kane said that her old illness has recurred, and her condition isn't very good now. She had been lying in bed, and the doctor said she needed rest and should not be disturbed. So, no one is allowed to visit her."'She's sick, yet she's at home instead of the hospital?' Stella thought that it sounded like an excuse."Okay." Stella stood up. "I'm leaving now. I'll be in touch."After Stella left, Ted said, "Keegan is such a lucky man. Wheth
'This account can be logged into on Keegan's phone. Could it be his second account?'Stella took a deep breath as she thought about that. Then, she started reading the posts under that account.[She made shredded pork with green pepper. It was overcooked, but it didn't taste too bad. It was her first time making it, so it's fine. The seaweed soup tasted strange, a little sweet and salty. She claimed to have mistakenly used sugar instead of salt. What a bad liar. She clearly put too much salt and thought adding sugar would fix it. Did she really think that it'd work? I wonder what goes on in her head sometimes.][Roasted pork ribs; it's difficult to rate it. I couldn't chew it at all. I wonder if she tried it before serving it. I feel like a lab mouse.][I don't know why she's mad again, but her mood turns better at night. Her temper comes and goes really quickly.][I've already changed, but she's going to the class reunion without me!][She wants me to pick her up after dinner. A
Stella pulled the reins, causing Juno to slow down and come to a stop.She led Juno until she was in front of Dahlia. Stella looked down at her condescendingly and said flatly, "Where's grandma? I want to see her."Stella had become slightly skinnier, and her features appeared more defined. She looked completely different from her former submissive self in front of Dahlia in the past, exuding a natural sense of elegance.Dahlia used to look down on her due to her family background. She later envied her for becoming Hall's family heiress and now resented her for being Keegan's primary heir in his will.Dahlia's expression immediately darkened upon hearing that, "You're the reason Keegan is dead, yet you still have the audacity to come here? Who do you think you are to come here and see my mother? Get out of here now!"Stella did not want to argue with her. She pulled the reins and wanted to ride past her.Dahlia was enraged by Stella's reaction and angrily shouted at the security
What was even more infuriating for Dahlia was the money in the fund would be inherited by Aurora after Dahlia's death. In other words, once the will took effect, Dahlia could only rely on the interest for her livelihood.Keegan left most of his money to Stella and only a pitiful amount of interest for his own mother. This made Dahlia absolutely furious.She believed that Stella was the one who persuaded Keegan to make such a will and sabotaged her relationship with her son. Keegan used to be very respectful toward her, but everything changed ever since Stella came into their lives.Stella was the reason why Keegan kicked her out of the Kane residence. So, she figured that since Keegan did not give her anything according to his will, it must be because of Stella.Dahlia's resentment toward Stella grew even stronger, and she hated her to the core, "I was still wondering why Keegan would make such a will. I finally understand it now. You were the one who forced Keegan to do it, right?
Stella frowned. She was about to say something more, but Baldwin turned and walked away. She wanted to follow him but was blocked by the security guards.Dahlia said without holding back, "Get lost now! Don't think you can do whatever you want here just because you're a part of the Hall family!"Stella stopped walking, turned around to glance at Dahlia, and left without saying anything.Dahlia glowered at her receding back and cursed under her breath.Aurora did not say anything. Instead, she looked at her own mother somewhat strangely and asked in a low voice, "Mom, did you really get a death certificate for Keegan?"Dahlia paused and immediately got angry again, "Do you believe in her or me?"Aurora lowered her gaze and kept quiet.She did not know if she should believe in Dahlia anymore. When Dahlia reduced the manpower earlier, the reason she gave Aurora was that Cordelia did not want to escalate the matter and affect the company.But there was no proof that Keegan was dead
When she got lost during a vacation once, Aurora remembered the relief on Keegan's face when he finally managed to find her under the scorching sun, drenched in sweat.She remembered when the laboratory caught fire, Keegan had saved her and kept repeating, "It's okay," as they escaped from the flames.She remembered that no matter what she wished for on her birthday, Keegan would do everything in his power to make it happen.Then, she thought about Keegan, who might still be immersed in the icy river, yet their mother's only concern was the will. She could not bear it anymore and came up with an excuse to leave.Three days had passed, but it felt like an eternity for Stella. However, she felt somewhat relieved because there was still no news from the rescue team.For now, no news was the best news for her.Stella woke up very early in the morning. After she changed and went downstairs, she bumped into Jaylene, who had just returned home.Jaylene had not come home last night. To
The executive across from Aldor said, "Surely, you must be joking. I haven't heard any updates from the search and rescue team.""It's not Mr. Kane, but someone he designated," Aldor explained.The man chuckled lightly, "To my knowledge, Mr. Kane has never officially appointed someone to lead in his absence. It's odd that this is only being brought up now, especially since he's been missing for quite a while. Are you sure he designated this individual, or was it your choice, Aldor?"Aldor glanced at the man, his expression composed, "Mr. Kane is accustomed to being prepared for any situation. If he took the step to create a will, it's reasonable to assume he would also consider appointing a representative. He chose the current acting representative through a legally binding contract overseen by a trusted lawyer. In his absence, they are authorized to attend crucial company meetings on his behalf. Any decisions made by them directly represent Mr. Kane's intentions. Do you have a prob
Keegan moved from initial resistance to reluctantly listening, and eventually to questioning."Why do these novels portray men as so stupid and brainless, yelling at the female lead as if they have intermittent explosive disorder?""Is the male lead sick? Forcing the female lead to donate a kidney, is he out of his mind?""How many years would they get for calling the police in their world?""Why is he so dumb? The supporting actress claims the female lead pushed her into the water and he believes it? Is checking surveillance footage illegal?""Stella, are you making fun of me?""I can't learn this. It all feels so neurotic. What does the female lead see in him?"Stella retorted, "Who cares if it's neurotic? Just mimic that stupidity, that's how these innocent women like men who protect them like that."Keegan was very reluctant, but his brain was more compliant than his body. Without needing to study deliberately, everything he heard stuck in his mind.So when Keegan mentione
Keegan's expression darkened with anger. "You're being completely unreasonable!"Stella crossed her arms, wearing an expression that seemed challenging. "You let her take it. Let's see if I dare."Jaylene hadn't actually wanted those junk items in the first place; she was deliberately trying to stir up discord between them. Now that her goal was achieved, she put on a sympathetic look."Keegan, I don't want it anymore. Don't be angry. Your health is more important. Didn't the doctor say to keep your emotions stable?"Turning her head, she reproached Stella. "Stella, are you here to help Keegan recover his memory or just to provoke him?""Shut up, you brat! Do you even have a say here?"Acting under the guise of a drama, playing the role of someone lacking in manners, was incredibly satisfying.She’d wanted to curse this brat for a long time!Jaylene's lips twitched, but she held back, tearfully saying, "Stella, if you don't like me, I'll leave. There's no need to humiliate me l
Jaylene understood the situation perfectly. Even though she didn't particularly like these cold, mechanical devices, she put on a pretense of surprise, saying, "Really, Keegan?"Keegan nodded. "Choose one you like.""Keegan!" Before Stella could finish her sentence, she couldn't hold back her sharp voice, "With your pile of junk that I can't even touch normally, she takes a look and now you want to give it to her? What's the meaning of this?!"Keegan frowned, apparently not comprehending her current anger at all. "Jaylene gave me a gift, and I'm giving her one in return. What's the problem?""What problem?" Stella's eyes started to redden. "I can't touch them, so why should she be able to? Have you forgotten, or do you have inappropriate feelings for her?"Keegan's expression darkened. "This makes no sense!"Jaylene secretly delighted in this, hypocritically trying to calm things down, "Forget it, Keegan. Since Stella minds so much, I don't want it anymore. You've strained your r
The standoff lasted for over twenty minutes before Keegan grabbed a book and knocked the beetle off Jaylene's neck. The beetle fluttered twice and suddenly flew up, landing on Jaylene's face.Jaylene screamed, rolled her eyes, and fainted.As she collapsed, the bug flew off again."Jaylene?"Keegan called out to her.He looked up at Stella and said, "You go start the car, I'll carry her to the hospital."As he spoke, he signaled to Stella.She understood and coldly grunted, "So troublesome."Walking over to Jaylene, she squatted down beside her and slapped her face twice.Jaylene immediately opened her eyes and reached out to push her away. "What are you doing!"Stella was prepared and had already moved back before she could be pushed.She shook her tingling hand and innocently said, "Jaylene, you fainted because of the bug. I was just saving you. Don't believe me? Ask Keegan."Jaylene nearly ground her teeth. Did she think she hadn't heard? She was intentionally exposing h
Her fingertips trembled with a mix of horror and excitement. Just as the teapot was about to slip from her grasp, Keegan suddenly said, "Jaylene, don't move."Jaylene froze, instinctively thinking Keegan had regained his memory. She had barely twitched when Keegan loudly stopped her again, "Don't move, absolutely don't move."Jaylene wanted to say something, but then felt an itching sensation on her neck, as if something was crawling slowly. Goosebumps erupted all over her body.By now, Stella had turned around and saw Jaylene standing stiffly with the teapot in hand. Her eyes quickly assessed the situation and then she noticed the beetle crawling on Jaylene's neck.It was an unknown species, not overly tentacled but as long as a little finger, its mouthparts slightly twitching, genuinely alarming in appearance.Stella murmured, "It's so big."Jaylene couldn't see what was on her neck, unsure if it would bite or if it was venomous. She stood frozen in place, her voice trembling,
Seeing him, Stella even lowered her eyes and softly praised, "Mr. Kane, you acted very well."Keegan glared at her, his voice low and intense. "If you keep watching like this, Coco will cut ties with me tomorrow."Stella replied confidently, "No, she won't. After accepting the red envelope, she can tolerate you a little longer."Keegan asked sharply, "Did you teach her to ask for red envelopes like this?""Don't falsely accuse me; I didn't teach her.""You may not have taught her directly, but you set an example. Have you forgotten how you always make me buy things for you?"Stella was speechless. Whenever she wanted Keegan to buy her something, she would often say, "Gifts are only surprises when given voluntarily. If reminded, it shows they don’t like me that much."It had to be said, Coco had learned the essence of it.Stella also felt a bit awkward, thinking that in the future, she needed to avoid such flirtatious conversations between spouses in front of the children. They
Could she figure all this out?Keegan frowned, casting a disappointed look at Coco. "Are you not listening to me now?"Coco raised her gaze defiantly and stated, "Aunt Stella taught me that if I don't want something someone gives me, I can say no. I don't want this hairpin.""Didn't she teach you that even if you don't like something, you should still say thank you?"Coco fell silent for a moment, then reluctantly said to Jaylene, "Thank you, Aunt Jaylene, but I don't want it."Jaylene hesitated with her hand extended, unsure whether to retract it or leave it there, managing a strained smile. "Then what do you like? Next time, I will get you something you do like."Coco asked, "Do you want me to do something for you?"Jaylene was taken aback. "What?"Coco replied seriously, "Aunt Stella says offering help without reason is either deceitful or thieving. Since you don't like me, why else would you give me something? You want me to do something for you, right?"Jaylene forced a s
Leighton's incident did indeed revive their suspicions.Jaylene was gullible, but Darcie might see through this scheme. "Keegan, why didn't you go to work today?" Jaylene chose to ask directly at first.Keegan remained composed. "I've been busy with the press conference lately and haven't had much rest. Now that things have slowed down, I thought I'd take a break and relax."Jaylene spoke gently, "You should rest well. Since you came back, you've been busy, and you've been postponing Dr. Stone's follow-up appointments. Keegan, I'm really worried about your health. Since you're resting these days, I'll arrange for Dr. Stone to give you another check-up. Stella has been living here to assist your recovery for so long. We need the doctor to give a clear assessment of whether there's been any improvement. Otherwise, it's not good for Stella's reputation to stay here so long, unmarried and under one roof."Keegan nodded. "Okay, please arrange it. Thank you."His response was decisive,
Stella had just descended the stairs when she heard that remark, causing her eyelids to twitch as she thought to herself, “Damn it! He really knows how to come up with excuses!”Upon hearing this, Jaylene's eyes briefly flashed with disdain, but she ultimately accepted the shoe covers Keegan handed her. As Keegan led Jaylene into the house, her eyes continued to scrutinize every corner.There were a couple of pillows on the sofa, couple mugs on the table, wedding photos of Keegan and Stella on the walls, and even headbands and hair ties scattered on the table. The house exuded an unmistakable feminine touch.Jaylene's expression darkened, but when Keegan turned to ask if she preferred tea or coffee, she adopted a gentle, harmless demeanor. "Tea would be perfect."Keegan invited her to take a seat and called for Maria to prepare tea. Jaylene spoke softly, "Keegan, I heard from Stella that you brew Dragon Well tea better than anyone else. Is there a special technique?"Stella paused