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

the child was out of earshot, Cordelia inquired, "What did

recounted every

her expression became. After a

for threatening her; it was the cost Stella was

let that money fall into

glinting in her murky gaze. ’ Let it go. It's time to do some

but cough after

pat Cordelia's back, waiting for the fit to subside before pouring tea into a pot and offering it to her.

tea, her complexion improving slightly before she said, "I'm nearing the end of my days. Each day is

into trouble, Cordelia had fallen ill as well, catching a cold on and off for a month, her spirits much diminished from

but every time they met, Cordelia would pull her aside for a long chat, mentioning her father-in-law and

age catching up with her, with declining bodily functions. If things went well, she might have another two or three years, but if not, maybe just