Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

Joe was at a loss for words.

Keegan looked at him, “So you don’t like it, but you don’t want to change it?”

Joe remained silent.

Why did it feel like he was getting a lecture from the top student back in high school? Serious, but to the point.

He opened his mouth, wanting to argue, but no words came out. After a while, he finally said, “I didn’t think that far.” He had only been focused on defying his family.

Keegan said, “Your life is your own. Whether you take it seriously or just go through the motions, it’s still your life. Ignoring what you don’t like won’t make it go away. Just getting by won’t solve the problem; it’ll still be there.”

“You go through school half-heartedly, graduate half-heartedly, then maybe you get a job or stay at home. And then what? Is that the life you want?”

Joe stared at Keegan for a long time before admitting, “No.”

He didn’t enjoy his major, so he didn’t put in much effort, just wanting to graduate quickly. But as Keegan pointed out, what happens after graduation? Should he find a job in his field or just work at his family’s company? Neither option appealed to him. He’d spent four years just getting by and gained nothing.

almost a junior now, and it feels too late to

chimed in, “You’re only 20, you’re still young. It’s not too late to do anything. Don’t limit yourself. Remember that student who retook the college entrance exams this year and scored high enough to pick a new school? He’s two years older than you, and he

a class for lost causes? The way you talk makes me

but that’s rare. Most successful people didn’t do poorly in school. Even ordinary people can secure a stable

Stella were both

is your social circle. When

be useful to make friends? Isn’t that kind of relationship not genuine from the start? How can you have a real

going, stop, or change direction, you’re choosing your companions. If your goals align, you’ll have shared experiences, and that’s where the connection comes

on their usefulness. I’m saying it’s like running a marathon. It doesn’t matter how fast or slow you go, the goal is the same. People with the same goals will reach the destination, even

family always told him to study hard and not waste time, but Keegan broke it down and explained why it was important. His major might have been chosen by others,

knack for dealing with young people. First Julian,

“Uncle” before, now called him “my brother and sister-in-law” when he was

Keegan, “Even though I know you must have a reason for convincing me to study, I agree with what you said, so I’ll follow your advice. Do you need me

after you pass your exams

ran into the