The woman frowned and said, "I'm already like this, and you want to leave?"Vermont glanced at her. "And, don't call me again from now. Let's call it a day."In the end, the woman's face changed. She wrapped herself in a bath towel, gritted her teeth, and cursed, "Vermont, you bastard! How can you call yourself a human being?"Vermont snorted softly, "It's consensual. Don't make yourself sound innocent."He wrote a check and stuffed it into her bath towel as he said, "But, I'm always tender toward pretty girls. So, this is for your compensation."The woman's face changed a few times, and then she finally put away the check. But, she still scolded Vermont, "Jerk! You bastard! You will be punished eventually!"Vermont did not seem surprised. He shrugged, turned around, and left.——Keegan went to a meeting after the meal. Stella wanted to leave, but Keegan said he would take her for styling later. If she could not be found at that time, she would not get any money after the divor
These comments were considered polite. The others were either cursing her to death or sending genital pictures to her, which was unsightly.Stella's blood pressure rose all of a sudden.'How can there be such a person who takes one's undeserved gain for granted, is full of lies, and acts dumb? Keegan is such a sucker! He's a smart businessman, but why is he blind when he's looking for a woman?' Stella thought.The more she scrolled, the angrier she became. Stella could not help but send a message to Felicity. "Tell me, what strengths does Bella have that's worth Keegan obsessing over for so many years?"Felicity was confused about the script change. When she saw Stella's message, she said without thinking, "A leopard can't change its spots."Stella was speechless.Those offensive words made a little sense, and they made Stella feel a bit better immediately.'Since Bella was the first to stir up trouble, don't blame me for being ruthless. Anyone can be an angelic bitch. You would
He was slightly keen on knowing about Keegan's reaction after she fell off the horse before Keegan. On the other hand, Bella was in a big conundrum. She had risen to popularity within these two years. Just as she debuted, the resources she obtained were great.However, the piece of the pie was only so big. If Stella ate a bigger part, it was natural that she had taken other people's share of the pie. The actresses who were in the same field and career path had a deep resentment toward her. Yet, for some reason, Bella's crew was highly obnoxious. The popular searches they bought off were either used to demean others or to show dominance.During the event of the massive pile-up previously, the incident about her monopolizing the popular searches to sensationalize herself had already displeased everyone. In a few days, she caused another issue that riled the people mockery. Even the fans were unable to control the comments.Bella was so furious that she wanted to curse at someone. Neve
Stella's lips twitched. "Was your family business this huge because you used dirty tactics like this to scam people? Why don't you go and rob people instead?"Keegan answered, "That would be illegal. I am still quite compliant toward the law."Stella glared at him for a long time and could not think of any words to rebut him. In the end, she scrambled away with the excuse of using the washroom. Keegan watched her fleeing silhouette and then glanced at the deep marks on the sofa. He paused, then stretched his hands to loosen his tie.When he exited the company building, Keegan detoured to fetch Aurora. Aurora usually did not like to attend these types of events. She thought that the people were being phony and there was too much small talk. In addition to that, she frequently spoke outrageous things, was arrogant, and easily offended people. Hence, even Dahlia did not ask her to attend. On the other hand, Aurora preferred shopping and drinking afternoon tea with the other heiresses.
After entertaining many celebrities and divas, she had never seen someone as unreasonable as Aurora Kane.Thankfully, the manager came in time and quickly smoothed things over. "The subordinates don't know what they're talking about. There is no need to be angry, Ms. Kane. Why not look at this piece? This piece is also a design that came today. This piece is also the one that won awards at the spring fashion show. Why don't you see if you like it or not?"The manager's speech had just finished when Stella came out of the fitting room wearing the gown. The gown was made of burgundy red silk with a firm drape that fully accentuated the female curves. Stella's skin tone was fair, so the contrast in color was strong and could increase her seductive charm to the extreme.Keegan's gaze froze for a few seconds and naturally moved away. Aurora saw Stella's effect, and she wanted that dress even more after she saw Stella wearing it. She was eager to shed Marshall's image of her as a little g
Keegan did not seem to notice her anger, as he nonchalantly said, "You're not suited for it."The half-hearted answer made Stella chuckle. "It's made to my measurements, yet it's still not suitable? Keegan, if you want to lie to me, at least come up with a better excuse."Keegan furrowed his brows. It was a sign that he was getting frustrated. However, he still suppressed his rage and patiently said in a serious tone, "You can choose any of the best gown's in the store, but not this piece."He felt that he had already made the biggest compromise, yet Stella looked like she wanted to pick a fight with him."What if I insist on having this gown?" Stella said.Keegan finally lost his patience and coldly said, "I already said that you can't have this dress!"Stella pursed her lips tightly. Aurora felt smug deep down and said, "Stella, although the dress was custom-made to your measurements, this is my brother's money we're spending. He can give it to whoever he wants."Stella looked
Stella repeated herself, "Didn't he say that it was up to me to choose?""Mr. Kane did say that, but..." The manager hesitated a little, then he tactfully said, "Mrs. Kane, this is a charity gala. The ladies of Rivera's elites would be dressed lavishly to attend it. If you wear a suit, it wouldn't be suitable.""I'll wear a suit." Stella knew about the manager's doubts and added, "If Keegan looks for you, you can say that I insisted on wearing it myself. Let him settle this with me."Since she had said that, the manager could no longer refuse and brought Stella to pick up her suit. Some people required clothes to accentuate their beauty, while some were born to be models. They would be able to command attention regardless of whatever clothes they had.Stella chose a white woman's suit with a black low-cut vest inside to match it. Her long hair was tied into a ponytail. Her whole presence was different from how she looked in the gown she had worn previously. She looked intellectual
Stella was speechless."Mr. Kane, this is just a coincidence. Do you believe me?"Clearly, she just wanted to anger Keegan and intentionally did the opposite of what he wanted. But, who knew that she would pick an outfit that matched his...Keegan glanced at her as he asked a rhetorical question. "Would you believe it if someone told you this is just a coincidence?"Stella was speechless.It seemed like no matter how she tried to explain herself, it would still seem like she was just trying to cover up what had happened. Stella got up and said, "I'll change my outfit, then."Keegan unhurriedly said beside her, "Since this is just a coincidence, why do you look guilty?"Stella's mouth twitched. "I don't feel guilty. I just didn't want you to misunderstand!""What would I misunderstand?""You'd misunderstand and think that..." 'I still like you. And, I intentionally wore an outfit that matched yours.'"Forget it. It's nothing."She turned her head to not look at him. The diamo
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