"Don't you think that calling me by my last name sounds a bit too formal?" Kayla remarked.Marshall thought about it for a moment, appearing somewhat unsure.Kayla smiled and added, "How about you start calling me by my first name?"After a brief hesitation, Marshall nodded and said, "Alright, Kayla."Kayla was feeling butterflies in her stomach when she heard his deep and articulate voice. 'I really need to find a boyfriend soon. Otherwise, I might fall for him with all this banter,' she thought.Following their meal, Marshall insisted on driving Kayla home. Given their agreement, Kayla didn't object. They were currently in Rivera's financial district, home to major corporations that attracted socialites and young elites.As they prepared to leave, Kayla encountered a few familiar faces and exchanged brief greetings.Only when Kayla got into the car did she realize Marshall's strategic choice for their dinner location. Regardless of her response, dining in this area would undou
The teacups Stella had bought looked cute, but the craftsmanship was crude. Keegan wondered if they were even safe to use."I can't carry anything else. If you're gonna buy more, you'll have to carry it yourself," he said as Stella went into another store."Sure. I can do that," Stella replied and pushed the door open.'Isn't she pregnant? How come she complains about back pain after lying down for a while but is fine despite shopping for hours?' Keegan took a deep breath and followed her inside.Upon entering, a salesperson warmly greeted them, "Hello, ma'am. Are you looking to buy some clothes for your husband?"Keegan paused, only now noticing that they had entered a men's clothing store."We're just browsing," said Stella.The salesperson then suggested, "We have a new spring collection. You can have your husband try them on."Stella looked at the clothes and intended to consult Keegan. However, she noticed he had deliberately averted her gaze, seemingly uninterested in eng
"Do I need to remember something to be mad? You didn't call me to try on any of the clothes, yet you called me over for a freebie!" Keegan exclaimed.His reaction rendered Stella speechless."That shirt isn't cheap, you know? It's originally priced at 800 dollars," said Stella."I'm not short of 800 dollars," Keegan declared with a stern face. After that, he added, "Hurry up. I'll wait for you outside." With that, he left the store.'Why is he upset for no reason?' Stella muttered to herself.The salesperson asked if she still wanted to redeem the shirt, and Stella replied, "Yes."As she walked out with her items, she saw Keegan talking on the phone.Before she walked up to him, she heard Keegan say, "I'm free tomorrow night."It was then that Stella's ears perked up. Keegan happened to turn around and promptly moved aside upon seeing her.Stella was in disbelief. 'How dare he walk away to avoid me from hearing his conversation!'With a stern face, she asked, "How much longer
"Oh my, young people these days are so bold and daring. I can't believe they're hugging in such a crowded public area. Wait— That doesn't look like Jaylene," Claire stated."S-Stella?" she uttered as the woman lifted her head.'Didn't Dahlia say that Keegan and Stella have broken up? She told us that he and Jaylene were building a bond. What is going on???'Since returning to Cordelia's residence, Dahlia had gradually become active in her previous social circle. Although she wasn't as warmly received as before due to her previous downfall, the affluent wives in Rivera couldn't completely ignore her. After all, she was still the biological mother of the Kane family heir. The Kanes would not completely abandon her due to her ties to the family.Indeed, shortly after Keegan's incident, Dahlia returned to the Kane family and regained her status.Dahlia had spread the news about Keegan wanting to annul his engagement with Stella. She also told people about how he was getting close to J
Dahlia's expression shifted as she swiftly pulled out her phone to see what Olivia was talking about. Keegan's social media appeared empty.Before Dahlia could grasp the situation, Olivia widened her eyes and said, "That's odd. The post is here on my end. Did Keegan block you from his account?"With that, the group of affluent wives had a different opinion of Dahlia. The reconciliation between mother and son seemed more complex than Dahlia portrayed. The fact that Olivia could view Keegan's posts but not Dahlia raised suspicions.Dahlia was embarrassed. Keegan rarely posted on social media, so she hadn't found it odd that she didn't see his posts. Now, she realized she might have been blocked.The ladies exchanged glances, silently acknowledging a newfound understanding.Clenching her fists, Dahlia remained silent and headed toward the exit. Claire, somewhat slow to comprehend, thought about her husband's instructions and hurriedly followed, "Dahlia, aren't we going for afternoon
Stella's expansion into the lower-tier market had been successful. Many jewelers from out of town now flocked to Rivera for supplies.Stella would arrange business discussions at Olivia's property, attracting several influencers with millions of followers. Some of them even documented their stays at the hotel.Olivia was adept at running a business and did not mind investing some money. She renovated the hotel and introduced several convenient services. With influencers endorsing the place and Olivia's effective management, Regal Banquets increased its reputation in Rivera.'Stella had done me a significant favor,' Olivia thought.She gracefully acknowledged the compliments and commented, "Stella and Keegan share a deep bond. They won't break up that easily, even if he can't recall it right now. We, as outsiders, should watch as things unfold and avoid picking sides. Standing on the wrong side could very well bring trouble to us in the future."The group of wealthy ladies resonate
Keegan paused for a moment before muttering, "I'll talk to them."As he reached for the cup of milk, Stella swiftly picked it up and downed its contents before he could touch it.Her action puzzled Keegan.After finishing, Stella looked at him and said, "Lorraine prepared this for me. Do you want some?"Keegan stared at her without saying a word.Stella smirked and said, "Beg me, and I'll pour some for you."Keegan withdrew his gaze and stated, "You can leave if you're done talking. Don't disturb my work.""Hmph!" Stella pouted, took the cup, and walked out of the room.Not long after she left, Maria and Lorraine entered Keegan's study, respectively.Maria's eyes were red when she emerged.Stella assumed Keegan must have spoken harshly due to his memory loss. She wanted to go in and talk to him about it but opted not to. She realized she did not know what he had told Maria, and meddling with how he does things might only make things worse.After Lorraine came out, Stella ask
Stella's expression immediately changed. "You useless thing! My average cost has been raised to six dollars now! How can I show off my thriftiness to Keegan?"Keegan was speechless.He cleared his throat softly, and Stella stopped, quickly hiding the cup behind her back.Keegan looked at the broken pieces on the floor and suggested, "Why not just sit on the floor? I can still see them."Stella froze.She angrily brought her hand from behind her back, glaring at Keegan. "Why didn't I hear you coming up? Are you trying to scare me?"Keegan glanced at the door, which had finally stopped swinging after he had pushed it, and remarked, "My bad, next time I'll just tear the door down."His comment left Stella completely speechless. She cursed in her mind, 'What an asshole!'Ignoring him, Stella grabbed another cup, determined to give it another try.Keegan approached and crouched down. "What are you doing?""Isn't it obvious? I'm drilling the cup."Stella marked the bottom of the c