Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted (Stella and Keegan) novel Chapter 1871

Aldor and Aurora were equally perplexed, unable to understand Keegan’s anger.

Aurora, realizing the predicament Cordelia had put her in with Aldor, turned to her brother Keegan for support. She cautiously said, “Keegan, Grandma wants me to get engaged to Aldor.”

Keegan took a moment, glanced at Aldor, and dryly commented, “Marrying my sister doesn’t mean a pay raise.”

Their speechlessness reflected their surprise at his response.

Aurora couldn’t believe it. She pressed, “Is that all you’re going to say?”

Keegan pondered, then added, “Once you make this choice, there’s no going back.”

Aurora’s hopes sank. She had expected Keegan to be vehemently against the idea. ‘How can he be okay with his subordinate marrying his sister? We’re from different worlds, and I’ve been nothing but harsh to Aldor! Has Keegan lost his mind?’ Trying to reason with her brother, Aurora pointed out, “Look at us, Keegan. Do you really think Aldor and I are a good match?”

Keegan’s indifferent reply caught them off guard, “Aldor can handle being with someone below his standard. He’s earned plenty of bonuses from me, after all.”

Aldor was inwardly taken aback, thinking, ‘I earned those bonuses on my own merit. Is Mr. Kane using them to justify this arrangement?’ Aurora, feeling a mix of anger and disbelief, bit her tongue and retorted, “I should’ve just ignored this whole thing!” before storming off upstairs.

Aldor, left behind with Keegan, wanted to speak but hesitated.

Keegan, not even glancing at him, explained, “An engagement doesn’t guarantee marriage. Grandma is merely providing a chance for you both to explore this. The final decision is yours.”

He continued, “The Kane family doesn’t force these matters. If it doesn’t work out, I’ll speak with Grandma.”

Keegan understood Cordelia’s intentions: she sought a dependable man for Aurora. That’s why he considered Aldor -a man of ability, with a straightforward personal life and a record of staying out of conflicts.

Alder’s composed demeanor was necessary to manage Aurora’s more challenging personality.