Trevor took it and flipped through a few pages. Stella's background was simple from her birth to her education and her marriage to Keegan afterward. The content was clear and detailed. Every detail was recorded, such as the hospital she was born in, the schools she attended, the clinics she visited when she was younger, and even the car accident six years ago.There were pictures of her from her youth until the present.Trevor pressed his fingers against his lower lip and frowned.His personal assistant asked out of curiosity, "Mr. Trevor, why do you suddenly want to investigate Mrs. Kane?"Still flipping through the pages, Trevor said indifferently, "I considering signing her. That's why I'm looking into her background."'Does signing an actor require a full history background check from her youth to the present? The recently signed actor didn't go through such a thorough check. Is it more discreet because it's Mrs. Kane?'Trevor, having skimmed through the thin file a few times
He was like that whenever he was drunk. Others either fell asleep with their head tilted or became roaring drunks. Keegan, however, belongs to the third kind. His brain couldn't function when he was drunk. He could fool others as if he weren't drunk, but his brain was already muddled inside.Keegan's low alcohol tolerance was only known by close friends. He would try to avoid attending any business meetings involving alcohol, and Aldor would help him out if it was unavoidable. With his drinking capacity, he might otherwise get cheated out of his company in his drunken haze."Who are you?"Keegan massaged his temples and asked in a soft tone.Stella frowned. "Can you even lose your memory from drinking too much?"She squinted and took advantage to tease him. "My good son, do you not recognize your mother?""Mother?""Yes."'What a good catch! I've suddenly gotten myself a grown-up son!'She took out her phone and was about to record some evidence but had second thoughts when th
The hot topic list for entertainment was hogged by Stella and Jurisdiction today. The hot topics tag Bella bought became the subject of ridicule. Not long after it was listed on the hot search list, she got someone to take it off. Naturally, Kelly did not see the effects of the advertising, so she called again.Bella could not be bothered with her antics since she had her own issues to deal with."Please just help to repost again. Even a little more exposure is fine. Oh, right. The woman acting in Jurisdiction from the hot search was the new actress Daniel signed for the role of the Empress."Bella's face slumped. "What did you say? Stella's the new actress Daniel picked?""That's her. Why? From your tone, is she your acquaintance?"'It's not just acquaintances. We practically know each other!'Bella's face turned ugly.If other actresses were to take the role, she could easily change them out. But now that Stella had accepted the role in The Palace, it would be a little trickie
The male lead was Finn Jone, an excellent actor who had won numerous accolades, and the female lead was Leia Coleman. They looked younger than her, yet their eyes exposed their maturity.They may not be old, but their eyes resembled seasoned performers with a lot to tell and were full of hope. It was not a feeling Stella could put into words.Unsure if it was because of the higher-ups, the shooting had accelerated since the opening ceremony. According to a cast member, Daniel wanted to rush the show for Thanksgiving release, and the higher-ups may cut down on medieval shows next year. If progress was slow and the policy changed next year, the show may get cut, and the release may be delayed indefinitely. A delay of two years will have a huge impact, not to mention indefinite delays.Stella may not have much screen time, but it was quite spread out. Usually, she would be called over by Daniel if another actor was shooting a scene and her role had a part in it. That was why, except fo
Stella furrowed her eyebrows. "If Arthur wants to see Keegan, I could just bring him over. Since we both work in the morning, no one would be home. Who would take care of him if you were to send him here? Arthur's mature in age, and if accidents were to happen, won't I be the target for complaints?"She whispered in a low voice. "Keegan's just like us. What part of him is so good to look at?"Albert was not satisfied and reprimanded, "What are you trying to say? Have you forgotten the time you returned to your great-grandparent's home when you were young? Arthur, who loved you the most, would give you the best of everything. Won't you fulfill his last wish since his days are already limited? How will this trouble you since you're living so well? Besides, even if Keegan has gone to work, you are still idling at home, right? How would I answer your aunts and uncles if you disagree? Pass the phone to Keegan so I can talk to him."'He made a promise even before calling, and yet he blame
'Albert has such good timing. Stella didn't have to work that day, and Albert just had to do something like this.'"Good morning, Mrs. Kane." Stella heard several people greeting her as soon as she woke up and went downstairs. She was shocked and almost slipped.There were some domestic helpers cleaning the house, and Stella had no idea when they arrived.The glass table in the living room was spotlessly clean, and the huge wedding photo looked as good as new too.Everything in the house looked so pristine, just like when they first got married and moved in.'I don't understand what Keegan's doing.'Not only did he agree to let somebody else live here, but he also told them to clean the house as if it mattered.'Nonetheless, Stella was pleased because she did not have to do anything.Keegan came down from upstairs just after Stella poured herself a glass of water.He had a suit on, and he purposely styled his hair. He walked down as he fixed his sleeve.Keegan's body proporti
After that, Rainee got into an accident, and Stella got married to Keegan right after she graduated. She came from such a prestigious university, yet she became a housewife instead. So, her relatives took the chance to get their revenge.One of Stella's cousins scored higher than the minimum score required to get into Calton University. Calton University was second only to Trinity University and was one of the leading universities.Her relatives brought it up during a gathering, and one mentioned what happened when they were young. That person said Stella was very good at studying, yet he used her as an example to tell the children there that it was no use for a girl to be so knowledgeable because she would end up being a housewife if she did not have a broad vision.One could already imagine how furious Stella felt at that time.She lost all her appetite after reminding herself of those people.Keegan was already waiting in the car when Stella finished changing.Keegan drove a L
The Vinci Rivera Group was the core of the advanced technology sector in the country, and the professional requirements of working with them were extremely high. So, they worked with some of the best local universities to specifically train the students as the future workforce to meet their demands.They needed a few people to promote their new campaign, and Sophia happened to be one of the chosen ones.Firstly, the university she graduated from was one of the universities the Vinci Rivera Group was interested in. Secondly, Sophia was an online celebrity and influential among university students. She used to be an orphan, yet she joined the Vinci Rivera Group after she graduated. Her life story is pretty motivating for most people.Sophia graduated in the same year as Lydia's son. Even though her university was not as good as Calton, she managed to get into such a good company. She even became the spokesperson for Vinci Rivera before her probation ended. There was just no way that L
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