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?”

and Stella saw the caller ID: “Stella’s boyfriend outside the

late, Joe. Don’t chicken out if you’re afraid

eyes widened—Joe was the one

unfazed, “Just don’t cry if

wait till I’m on the team!”

up, Stella asked Keegan what was

headache is that her youngest son is obsessed with racing and neglects his responsibilities. If we can help him get back on track, she’ll definitely be

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

persistence. It’s not just a physical challenge, but also a test of mental strength and willpower. I might not

for a few months. I’m

have a strong foundation.

a

is six kilometers around, and a half marathon

the park cleared in advance, and when Stella arrived,

in the sun at one of the

Automobile Trading Group and founder of

“You used to call

had to grow

greeted, “Hello,

sister-in-law is sweet,” then turned to Keegan, “Why are you racing

said, “Not as old as you. My

moment and finally said, “Your wife

Stella was speechless.

arrived with two friends. He brought them to ensure Keegan wouldn’t back out if he

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

convinced Keegan wasn’t joking—he really had a shot at

joked, “Kid, if you can

I’ll be waiting for

pumped up and ready to

could he not give it his all? He had to win or risk losing face in front

off, Joe shot out