Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted

Mr. Kane Got Blacklisted Chapter 2396-After the speech ended, thunderous applause erupted.

Darcie smiled and said, "Mallory, why don't you say a few words?"

Mallory nodded, glanced at the crowd, and briefly made eye contact with Stella before looking away.

"Hello, everyone. I'm Mallory. I'm delighted to be working with you all. Thanks to Mrs. Saun's persistent invitations, I have finally returned to Hustuabourg after dealing with some personal matters. I feel quite embarrassed for the delay. As for the title Mrs. Saun mentioned, I feel even more humbled. I'm just an ordinary perfumer like you, with a bit more luck and experience.

I don't consider myself qualified to be a teacher, as talent and creativity are more crucial in perfumery than experience. However, if my experience can help you avoid pitfalls and enhance your skills, I would be honored."

After speaking, Mallory put her hands together and waved to the crowd. "Please guide me and let's progress together."

Her modesty and sincerity were particularly impressive.

Stella overheard someone nearby say, "The Goddess is not what I imagined. She's very approachable."

"Yeah, I thought with such a high title, she'd be difficult to deal with. Turns out I was wrong."

"Is Boss Saun hoping she'll help the young lady reach the finals? The young lady can't even distinguish spices. Isn't it like a master carrying a novice through a championship game?" "Shh, keep your voice down. Are you asking for trouble?" Stella frowned, worried.

Two consecutive championships... Is there still a chance for Sonia?

She turned to comfort Sonia but found her engrossed in her phone.

Stella looked down, noticing Sonia was playing Candy Crush, sliding her fingers roughly across the screen, seemingly agitated.

"Sonia," Stella called gently.

Sonia looked up.

"Don't stress so much," Stella said softly. "Just do your best. Winning the championship is up to fate. Whether you win or not, you're still the best."

She remembered her brother's advice on how to encourage the little girl.

Sonia didn't respond immediately, and it was unclear if she listened. After a long pause, she suddenly said, "I've seen her before."Content property of NôvelDra/ma.Org.

Stella was surprised and was about to ask where, but Sonia continued.

"In his wallet."

Stella understood immediately.

She must be talking about her brother Trevor.

Keegan had mentioned that Trevor and Mallory were childhood sweethearts. The girl's family faced a crisis, leading her to move away and marry someone else. Trevor even tried to stop the wedding, showing how much he cared. It wasn't surprising he kept Mallory's photo in his wallet for years.

But Stella remembered he had

changed it recently. Last time he left his wallet in her car she saw a family photo inside and a picture of Sonia on top.

She had joked, saying he might have a crush on the kid she'd watched grow up.