Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

Stella remained quiet. Exploiting Marshall for scandals was one thing, but shamelessly manipulating his feelings to secure his cooperation was a moral boundary she refused to cross. She would rather have Marshall know the truth than burden him with this favor, even if it resulted in his hatred and resentment toward her.

Marshall picked up the necklace in his palm and said, “Let me put it on for you.

This ‘token of love’ is going to make headlines tomorrow.”

Stella instinctively tried to back up, but Marshall did not move away. He gently pressed Stella’s shoulder, and his deep voice echoed in her ear. “The paparazzi are already taking pictures. If you reject the present, the groundwork we laid won’t be believable.”

Stella immediately froze in place.

Holding the necklace in both hands, Marshall put it around her neck and gently fastened it.

From the audience’s perspective, the two seemed to be intimately involved.

Stella turned her face away, avoiding eye contact with Marshall. However, she could still feel his breath in such close proximity, which intensified her inner turmoil.

Marshall had released his grip and slightly withdrew from her

and touched the pendant containing Keegan’s photo. “How much

dollars, and the photo

alright. You don’t have to transfer me the money. You can treat me to

Stella did not respond.

to order over 98 dollars’ worth

It’s just…” She did not expect Marshall to buy such

his reasons. He knew that Stella would not accept anything too expensive. And, even if she did, she would want to pay him back for it. She would gladly embrace a more budget-friendly option, and the necklace could serve as a chance for

agree to supper, her

Marshall and answered

you accompany me to look at

moment before she asked, “Why are you looking at