Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

Keegan said, “I already told Alexis that if you can beat me tomorrow, he’ll let you join the team.”

Joe got Alexis’s WhatsApp number, and the “Come on” message he received confirmed Keegan’s words.

Excited, Joe immediately asked, “What time and where tomorrow?”

Keegan gave him the time and address, adding, “Make sure to load up on carbs. Twenty kilometers isn’t a joke.”

Joe, full of confidence, replied, “You should exercise more, old man. I’m ten years younger, so I’ll definitely win this half marathon. Get ready to introduce me to the team!”

Keegan chuckled, “Alright, I’ll wait.”

After hanging up, Joe quickly packed his things. “I’m leaving now. I’ve got something important tomorrow. We’ll hang out another day!”

His friend’s voice trailed off behind him, “Seriously? We were supposed to stay out all night, and you’re ditching me?”

The next morning, Keegan got up early, took Stella to breakfast, and drove to the race location.

He wore a sporty outfit, his hair loose and casual instead of his usual slicked-back work style. Stella, initially drowsy, was struck by how handsome he looked.

“Handsome, how old are you?” she teased.

Keegan smirked as he turned the steering wheel, “Sorry, I’m married with kids.”

Stella smiled, “Clothes really do make the man. You change outfits, and suddenly it feels like I have a new husband.”

Keegan asked, “Do you like the old one or the new one?”

Stella sweetly replied, “I like both, as long as it’s you.”

Looking out the window, she asked, “Where are we going, honey?”

Keegan said, “We’re going to show off to your boyfriend outside the circle.”

Stella was puzzled, “What boyfriend outside the circle?”

Keegan’s phone rang, and Stella saw the caller ID: “Stella’s boyfriend outside the

be late, Joe.

eyes widened—Joe was the

remained unfazed, “Just don’t cry

I’m on the team!” Joe

asked Keegan what was

Clint’s biggest headache is that her youngest son is obsessed with racing and neglects

“Why race? A half marathon? He’s so young, and you’re… not. Are you

long-distance running isn’t about how fast you start. It’s about consistent and steady persistence. It’s not just a physical challenge, but also a test of mental strength and willpower. I might

only recovered for a few months. I’m really worried about

a strong foundation. If I

a little

Rivera is six kilometers around, and a half marathon

had the park cleared in advance, and when Stella arrived, she saw supply stations set up

man wearing sunglasses was lounging in the sun at one of the

of Anxing Automobile Trading Group and founder of the Xingang Racing Team,”

his sunglasses, revealing a shrewd face, and smiled, “You

“I had

“Hello,

grinned, “My sister-in-law is sweet,” then turned to Keegan, “Why

as old as you. My wife thinks I

moment and finally said, “Your

Stella was speechless.

soon arrived with two friends. He brought them to ensure Keegan

in with high energy, he got nervous seeing Stella, and then even more

joking—he really had a shot

“Kid, if you can beat him, I’ll make

luck! I’ll be waiting for

up and ready

give it his all? He had to win or risk losing

starting gun went off, Joe shot out like an arrow. Being young and