Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

Darcie closed her eyes, her mind racing despite her attempt to remain composed. When she finally spoke, her voice was a mere whisper, “Where are we going?”

Alijah’s tone was filled with urgency as he replied, “Anywhere but here. Wenham’s biological daughter has been recognized, and you know they won’t rest until they uncover the truth. We can’t stay in the country; we need to start over somewhere new. The money we have is more than enough for Jaylene to live comfortably for the rest of her life. We don’t need to live in constant fear anymore.”

Darcie pulled her hand away from his, a bitter smile forming on her lips. “You’re still so naive, Alijah. Money can only take us so far. What about status and connections? We didn’t go through all this just for a bit of money. That money will run out eventually. And when it does, we’ll be gone, leaving Jaylene to fend for herself.”

Alijah took her hand again, gently but firmly. “We can set up a trust for her, limit her spending. Even if something happens to us, we can ensure she’ll be taken care of.”

her voice icy. “I will not use a trust to turn my daughter into a useless dependent. I’ve spent years building Caline into what it

looked at her. “Jaylene only wants to marry into the Kane family. She has no interest in running the business. Are you clinging to Caline for her sake, or is it for

shook with anger. “For myself? If I were truly selfish, would I have followed you in the

words. Darcie regretted her harsh tone almost immediately. She softened her

you’ve never been one to back down from a fight. If Wenham hadn’t recognized his daughter, I wouldn’t question your decisions. But now, things are different. His daughter

together, her mind racing. “Didn’t you take care of everyone who knew about it? Without evidence, what can they

at her, his voice cutting through her bravado. “If you’re so confident, why did a simple phone call with no one