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.

took the blame, leading everyone to think

that he punched that obnoxious, bossy guy who had made the first move on him? Who asked her to apologize for him? Who asked her to make up

his head

meddle!" Nicole whispered,

surgery and is still

Are you willing to jeopardize your career and future for him?" Leighton hesitated, his words faltering before he murmured softly, "You

swiftly she hadn't had the chance

didn't make much sense to him either, judging by how subdued his voice had

said gently,

top-tier male god cleared his throat lightly and chimed

it on that bossy guy with a big mouth!" "Bossy guy?"

"Your cheap