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.”

“You can have my parents’ seats—as long as your gift is

Vermont was momentarily stunned.

“Now, tell me more about Jaylene. I

much good at everything. But she’s also spoiled, dependent on her mom, and has never faced any real

compared to her, my strengths

than she is. She

she smirked, “Vermont, my marriage hasn’t even started yet. I have my sister-in-law’s WhatsApp.

can definitely outmaneuver

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

opportunity soon. My friend Keegan’s sister is getting engaged, and Jaylene is likely to be there since she likes Keegan. Aaron will want

just as Aaron opened the car door. Seeing

her eyes, and said, “The call woke me up. Sorry to keep you

I was about to call you

the engine and gently said, “Let’s

seatbelt and followed him

to use her bag to shield herself, Aaron came

umbrella covered her more, letting his shoulders

at him and asked softly, “Aaron, are

she got wet because of it, he quickly moved the umbrella back over her. He fumbled to apologize, “I’m

umbrella and moved closer to him. Aaron stepped back again but was stopped by a car behind him. Tatiana cornered him between

and said softly, “Aaron, you should hold the umbrella. I can’t reach, and it’s hurting

out of his daze, took the umbrella, and said, “Oh,

do my best to help you. I don’t know if it will work, but even if it doesn’t, I hope you won’t doubt yourself. You’re a good guy—smart, caring, and talented. If

to receiving compliments, especially from someone other than family. Even Jaylene never praised him

gripped the umbrella tightly, suddenly feeling shy, and said awkwardly,