Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted by Eleven Jewell

Chapter 2175

She recalled the amusing scene from earlier and, now, observing the sluggish fish, couldn't resist kicking a pebble into the water. With a splash, the plump fish jerked in alarm, its tail nearly swatting the nearby small koi.

Cordelia's eyelid twitched. How much did this impulsive act resemble her mischievous grandson?

Stella realized the effect of her action and quickly withdrew her foot guiltily, mustering a smile as she called out, "Grandma."

Coco bounded over, clutching onto Stella's leg and chirping, "Stella, why did you take so long to come? I missed you~"

Stella tousled the little girl's soft hair and said gently, "I bought you some little gifts, which took a bit of time."

At the mention of gifts, Coco's eyes sparkled. She tugged at Stella’s sleeve, eager to leave with her.

"Go with this big brother first. Great-Grandma and I need to talk for a bit."

nodded and was led away

was out of earshot, Cordelia inquired, "What did you two

every

graver her expression became. After a long

Dahlia's price for threatening her; it was the cost

she wouldn't simply let

in her murky gaze.

help but

pouring tea into a pot and

days. Each day is worse than the last, and

into trouble, Cordelia had fallen ill as well, catching a cold on and off for a

but every time they met, Cordelia would pull her aside for a long chat, mentioning her father-in-law and Mr. Kane Sr., expressing her longing for them yet always ending with concern for Keegan and

bodily functions. If things went well, she might have another two or three years, but if