Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

She had nearly completed a loop around the entire villa area when she finally spotted Leighton, sitting all alone in the children's play area, his gaze fixed on the rocking horse that had been the center of kids' attention.

With hardly any children in the neighborhood, the play area stood deserted, devoid of any activity.

Leighton's long legs made him appear rather awkward sitting there.

Half of his face was obscured by shadows, lending him a desolate air, like a forsaken puppy, pitiful and alone.

Having discarded his outerwear, he sported only a thin white short -sleeved T-shirt.

As the night's chill set in, Nicole felt a shiver despite her coat, imagining how uncomfortable Leighton must be in just a T-shirt.

He rubbed his arms, seemingly annoyed, and kicked away pebbles at his feet.

Sensing a presence at his shoulder, Leighton jolted for amoment, then glanced up to find Nicole standing beside him with a warm smile, whispering, "Let's go inside; it's getting cold out here." Suddenly, Leighton felt a surge of injustice.

to think he was still

Who asked her to make up for it? It made it seem like he was the one at fault, when it was

his head

to meddle!" Nicole whispered, "I'm not stopping you from defending

had heart surgery and

seriously injure him, what then? Are you willing to jeopardize your career and future for him?" Leighton hesitated, his words faltering before he murmured softly, "You didn't tell me." Nicole

swiftly she

sense to him either, judging

unusually patient, said gently,

it clearly." Taking the opportunity, the top-tier male god cleared his throat lightly and chimed in,

guy with a big mouth!" "Bossy guy?" Nicole looked

clarified, "Your