Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

“Professor Kane, you’ve achieved so much at such a young age!” “Professor Kane, you must have done exceptionally well at school, right?”

Arthur was on a roll as he continued boasting, “Of course! Do you think it is easy to get into the scientific institute? Only the best of the best with IQ of 140 and above will have a chance to be interviewed.”

Keegan coughed as his face turned red.

Stella reached out to stroke his back. She tried to hold back her laughter as she whispered, “I didn’t know you were this smart.”

Keegan said, “Me neither.”

The neighbors believed everything Arthur said and rallied for Keegan to showcase his calligraphy skills.

Suddenly, Arthur felt somewhat guilty.

He was simply boasting about Keegan’s achievement for Stella’s sake, but he had no idea how capable Keegan really was.

he said gently, “Let’s do it tomorrow. If you guys are interested, I can write a few lines. It’s already so late, and the lighting

to write upon hearing that. After chatting for a while more, the neighbors began to return home one

of chicken stew she made during

been neighbors for decades. They were

pot, thanked Beatrix, and gave some money to

said, “He caught the dog and got US out of the embarrassing situation earlier. He deserves it. ■ Beatrix stopped refusing upon hearing what he

to Stella, “They like you

teased him, “Isn’t it because they

chuckled, “This is my first time

time, he really knew how to do everything and was excellent at talking. Great-grandpa

of you.” Keegan was a little unconvinced. “But even if he

not help but kiss his cheek. “Otherwise, how could