Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted (Stella and Keegan) novel Chapter 1950

Stella was speechless. ‘What a terrible timing!’ she thought.

Keegan walked over and stood between Marshall and Stella. He glanced at the talisman in Marshall’s hand before he grabbed and examined it.

With a nonchalant tone, he said, “If it’s that effective, maybe you should snag one of these talismans for your love life, Marshall.”

Marshall paused, as he locked eyes with Keegan.

Felicity, who was nestled in Vermont’s arms, widened her eyes. ‘Is this about to turn into a showdown? Are they going to throw punches?’ Clearly, Felicity did not understand Keegan.

‘Only kids would get into fights. Keegan is definitely more immature than this,’ Stella said to herself.

Just as that thought crossed her mind, Keegan dropped the talisman into a cup on the table, and it floated on the water.

He hesitated for a moment before he swiftly reached out to retrieve it. However, in the rush, he pushed the talisman even deeper.

When he finally pulled it out, the talisman had been soaked, and the symbols on it were now blurred.

Keegan frowned and looked visibly troubled. “This thing is now wet. Can it still work?”

Marshall’s finger curled slightly, as he stared at the talisman briefly. He then slowly looked up and offered a faint smile.” We can only make a wish at the wishing well once a year. Overdoing it diminishes its power. Stella wished for your safe return, and it worked. As for me, I got her this talisman. We’ve exhausted our wishes for the year.”

Keegan’s face noticeably darkened.

Felicity gripped Vermont’s collar in excitement and reveled in the idea of the drama unfolding. ‘Oh, my. The adrenaline!’ Stella took the talisman from Keegan and remarked, “Maybe the water will activate its powers. It’s like taking it to the next level. Nice touch, Keegan. Thank you.”

Marshall chuckled, “I’ll head out now. Take care of yourself and those injuries.”

“Drive safe,” Stella replied.

Marshall nodded and turned to Keegan. “Look after her,” he said.

Upon hearing that, Keegan felt annoyed and thought, ‘Who does he think he’s talking to?’ Stella was worried that his jealousy might flare up, and he would say something that would give her away. But, Keegan bit back his words and simply said, “I think you should worry more about yourself.”