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?

"Consider this: Does the brilliance of fans enhance the shine of

words were truly

after all, exceptional individuals tend to attract each other. Conversely, if the fans were mediocre, no matter how talented the idol was, they might

If | had encountered a teacher like you in school, how could I have scored so poorly on the college entrance exam? | want to be

late to study hard. Trinity University still offers master's and doctoral programs. With

him downstairs. In less than three minutes, the housekeeper returned with an astonished expression.

times before he heard

blinked, then frowned. "Is he up to something? Is this sudden studiousness a facade?" "| didn't see the

shake the feeling that her son might be scheming. How could he suddenly be studying? Whenever she urged him to, he'd