Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted (Stella and Keegan) novel Chapter 1989

Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted Chapter 1989 [Eleven Jewell]

Spencer continued with a hint of nostalgia in his voice, “I couldn’t help but laugh at myself. All this time, I had never considered that she simply wasn’t drawn to my looks. It was a hard pill to swallow. I started paying more attention to my appearance, insisting on wearing a pristine white shirt, controlling my facial expressions, and even modulating my voice when I spoke to her. Slowly, she began to notice, often getting lost in thought while discussing our studies.”

He chuckled, “She was terrible at concealing her feelings back then. While others sneaked glances, she would openly stare. Thank goodness for my resilience. Anyone else might have felt unnerved.”

Spencer’s laugh was light, “One day, just before a mock exam, out of the blue, she asked if I had ever been in love. I was taken aback, my cheeks burning. I admitted I hadn’t felt that way about anyone before her.

“She then suggested we date to explore what love felt like. I agreed, and though I kept a cool demeanor, I was ecstatic inside. That night, I couldn’t sleep. I ran all the way to her house. Her room light was on. I really wanted to call out to her, but I was afraid to scare her. So, I just stood there for hours until she turned off the light and left. I had never felt such crazy longing for someone; it was a whirlwind of emotions.”

Stella’s grip tightened on her utensils. She lowered her gaze, ‘He’s right about one thing: the one who confesses love first does love less. I was so impulsive then, not thinking of the consequences.’ Keegan, sensing her discomfort, subtly took her hand under the table. Stella paused, then offered him a reassuring smile. She harbored no regrets about their past breakup, nor did Spencer’s confession stir old feelings. She simply reflected that things might have been handled differently had she been more mature.

Oblivious to their exchange, Spencer said, “Our relationship was brief, just two weeks. She ended it abruptly, cutting off all contact. If we crossed paths, she’d avoid me. I was too young and impulsive, first chasing her and then reacting with anger. Our silent standoff lasted until the end of our SAT. On Teacher’s Appreciation Day, I finally confronted her, asking why she ended it. She told me she was upset I didn’t tell her about my plans to study abroad.”