Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted by Eleven Jewell

Tatiana smiled and said, “Then let’s go eat noodles together.”

Aaron drove off with Tatiana. Maybe because things were going well, Aaron talked more with her. He was surprised to find how much they had in common—similar tastes and interests. She could discuss anything with him without just agreeing for the sake of it.

As they chatted more, they both felt like they had met too late. Aaron remarked, “If we’d met a few years earlier, we could have been great friends.”

Tatiana smiled, “It’s not too late now.”

Aaron wanted to continue, but seeing her yawn, he said, “You should rest. It’ll be a while before we get there. I’ll wake you up when we arrive.”

Tatiana murmured “Okay” and closed her eyes.

When they reached their destination, Tatiana was still asleep. Aaron noticed how peacefully she was sleeping and hesitated before deciding not to wake her. He quietly got out of the car, leaving the engine and air conditioner running, and went to order food.

As soon as he left, Tatiana’s eyes snapped open, clear and alert. She grabbed her phone and messaged Vermont, “Everything’s going well. We’re ready for the next step.”

Vermont quickly replied, “So soon?”

Tatiana responded, “I thought it would be more challenging, but he caved as soon as he saw my photo.”

Vermont sent an “awesome” emoji and asked, “Where are you now?”

Tatiana: “Having dinner with my future husband, bonding.”

Vermont: “Confident, huh?”

Tatiana: “Honestly, aside from his poor taste in women, he meets all my standards. He’s rich, kind, looks good, and while he’s a bit chubby, he’s not off-putting. It’s like he’s made for me.”

Vermont: “If this works out, I expect a seat at the head table at your wedding.”

can have my parents’ seats—as long as your gift

Vermont was momentarily stunned.

me more about Jaylene.

much good at everything. But

compared to her, my strengths aren’t as

more determined than she is. She can’t compete with you

marriage hasn’t even started yet.

reassured her, “Anyway, if it comes down to it, you can definitely outmaneuver her. Go all in, and our cousin will back you up to win

Aaron returning to the car. “I could use a chance to meet her

engaged, and Jaylene is likely to be there since she likes Keegan. Aaron will want

door. Seeing she was on

eyes, and said, “The call woke me up. Sorry

didn’t wait long. I was about to call you

engine and gently said, “Let’s go, it’s

and followed him out of

foggy. Just as Tatiana was about to use her bag to shield herself, Aaron came over with an umbrella and held it over

Even though they didn’t know each other well, he made sure the umbrella covered her more, letting his shoulders get wet. “Stay close and

him and asked softly, “Aaron, are

because of it, he quickly moved the umbrella back

was stopped by a car behind

and said softly, “Aaron, you should hold

took the umbrella, and said,

if it will work, but even if it doesn’t, I hope

compliments, especially from someone other than family. Even Jaylene never

tightly, suddenly feeling shy,