Based on what Keegan knew about Marshall, he wouldn't rush into any decisions in the near future.
Even though Willow was his only family, he'd carefully weigh the options and act with caution for her sake.
Stella paused for a moment before suggesting, "Maybe it's best for Coco to stay at the Royalpark Villa.
Firstly, Grandma is getting old and genuinely doesn't have the energy to look after her.
Secondly...
from Marshall's point of view, Coco is the reminder of Willow's betrayal.
I'm concerned he might take it out on Coco if he loses his temper." Initially, Keegan wanted to assure that Marshall wouldn't do such a thing; he knew him well.
But the words got stuck in his throat.
If he truly understood him, the kidnapping incident wouldn't have occurred.
After a brief silence, he nodded.
"I'll go along with your suggestion.
wu In reality, when Vermont hinted to Marshall about Coco's parentage, Keegan had another motive—to leverage the Moore family to investigate the true cause of Jayson's death.
He never wanted to believe that the young man, with such cold demeanor and righteousness, could be capable of such things.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have been so careful in preserving that badge.
The next day, Stella went to Cordelia’s home herself to pick up Coco.
Unexpectedly, she ran into an acquaintance.
Dahlia Crosby had been released from detention and came bearing gifts to visit the old lady, only to be turned away at the door.
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