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?”

Stella saw the caller ID: “Stella’s

heading out. Don’t be late, Joe.

was

don’t

I’m on the team!”

asked Keegan what was

biggest 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

race? A half marathon? He’s so young, and

“Stella, 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

her lip, “You’ve only recovered for a

“It’s okay. I have a strong foundation. If I reach my limit,

felt a little

largest lakeside park in Rivera is six kilometers around, and a half marathon is three

had the park cleared in advance, and when Stella arrived,

casually dressed man wearing sunglasses was lounging in the sun at one of the stations. When he saw

“This is Alexis Currie, President of Anxing Automobile Trading Group and founder of the Xingang Racing Team,”

his sunglasses, revealing a shrewd face, and smiled, “You used to call me brother in school, and

“I had

greeted, “Hello,

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

said, “Not as old as you. My wife thinks I look like a

a moment and finally said, “Your wife sure

Stella was speechless.

with two friends. He brought them to

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

joking—he really had a shot at joining the Xingang Racing

if you can beat him, I’ll make you

I’ll be waiting for you at

pumped up

could he not give it his all? He

off, Joe shot out like an arrow. Being young and strong, he quickly left Keegan