Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

Keegan spoke in a relaxed tone, "I prioritized my studies, gaining the ability to control my own life before delving into celebrity fandom.

“What about you? At your age, you still rely on your parents for everything. Even if they can afford your star-craze pursuits, what will your position be when you finally share the stage with your idol?

"Her starlight shouldn't just dazzle your eyes; it should also illuminate your path forward. Do you intend to lose yourself in her glow, or do you aspire to shine together under the same sky?"

Joe was taken aback. No one had ever spoken to him like this before. With an accomplished elder brother at home, he had simply been expected to live happily on his own terms. His family didn't mind his lavish spending on celebrity pursuits, and although they had commented on his grades, the path laid out for him was to graduate, pursue a master's degree abroad, and return to the family business with a prestigious education.

But a degree obtained through wealth was ultimately hollow; deep down, he remained the incompetent second-generation rich kid. What identity would he have when he finally faced his idol? The status of being the second son of the Esper family was naturally prestigious enough, but beyond that, who was Joe?

Keegan continued slowly, "Consider this: Does the brilliance of fans enhance the shine of the idol, or does the radiance of the idol elevate the fans?"

words were truly

question the talent of the idol; after all, exceptional individuals tend to attract each other. Conversely, if the fans were mediocre, no matter how talented the idol was, they might not appear impressive

serious. "Bro, are you sure you're not a teacher? Your persuasiveness surpasses that of our teachers’. If | had encountered a teacher like you in school, how could I have scored so poorly on the college entrance exam? |

Keegan perused some documents, he comforted Joe, "It's never too late to study hard. Trinity University still offers master's and doctoral programs. With

to call him downstairs. In less than three

"The young master is in the study, engrossed in his books. He's really diligent. | called him multiple times before he heard me. He told me that he hasn't solved a problem yet. He'll come down

up to something? Is this sudden studiousness a facade?" "| didn't

How could he suddenly be studying? Whenever she urged him to, he'd

inspecting the study herself, Grace confirmed her youngest son