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But then he thought, Maximilian's parents are also a couple, and they ended up in a terrible state.

Katniss silently rolled her eyes.

Yes, they are a couple, but they are more like allies.

Although she actually thought Maximilian was quite good, feelings should be mutual.noveldrama

Like in her previous life, she was wholeheartedly in love with Desmond, and what was the outcome?

Katniss thought for a moment and asked, "Well, he can also receive love from friends or family, isn't that just as passionate..."

Does it have to be romantic love?

Jesse smiled, with a hint of ambiguity on his face, "Well, you see, we've loved him a lot over the years. But still, he's the same."

"Besides, men are careless, unlike women who are meticulous," Jesse continued to suggest, "So I think he might be lacking romantic love. Katniss, whether Maximilian can return to normal depends on you."

He had a pleading look on his face, "Only you can help him now."

Katniss didn't hesitate and nodded, "Of course. Don't worry, I'll definitely take care of Maximilian's issue. It's just..."

How should she make up for this lack of love?

Logically, Maximilian lacks parental love. She herself has never experienced this kind of love. How can she make someone else feel something she hasn't felt herself?

Seeing Katniss looking a bit troubled, Jesse said directly, "Don't worry, I believe you can do it. Besides, I can see that Maximilian treats you differently. Just follow your heart."

As a long-time friend, he could see Maximilian's special feelings for Katniss at a glance. But in his experience, both of them were very passive, always testing each other, and most importantly, they both lacked confidence. So, some things were clear to outsiders, but the people involved were confused.

Katniss nodded after listening, "I'll give it a try."

When she got home, Maximilian was already back. He was quietly sitting on the living room sofa reading a newspaper. Hearing the noise, he turned his head to look at Katniss, "What's wrong? Was class tiring today? You don't look well."

Katniss shook her head, "No, the classes were fine."

Then, she walked over and sat next to Maximilian.

She stared at Maximilian for a few minutes until he felt a bit uncomfortable.

Maximilian stiffly turned his head and asked curiously, "What, is there something on my face?"

"No," Katniss answered truthfully, then blurted out, "I just suddenly wanted to look at you."

Maximilian: ...

"Ahem..." Maximilian frowned slightly, turned his head away, looking a bit unnatural, "What's wrong? Are you afraid you won't see me when you go abroad for training?"

Katniss was stunned, not knowing what to say. Maximilian leaned in, his voice spreading in Katniss's ear, "So, you want to take this opportunity to look at me more?" Katniss slightly pulled away.

She and Maximilian looked into each other's eyes.

Maximilian's gaze was sincere, with a smile at the corner of his eyes, as if seriously asking this question.

Katniss gave Maximilian a big smile and then admitted cheerfully, "Yes. So, Maximilian, will you let me look at you?"

Her eyes were burning with passion as she looked at Maximilian.

They stared at each other, waiting to see who would back down first.

Maximilian shifted his gaze first, then casually picked up the newspaper he had set aside, pretending to be calm, "If you want to look, then look."

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"Thank you, Maximilian." Katniss naturally linked her arm with Maximilian's and leaned her head on his shoulder, "Maximilian, you got off work early today. Is there nothing going on at the company recently?"

Maximilian sat upright, "It's been okay recently. What do you want to eat tonight?" He felt that Katniss was acting very strange today.

Although their relationship was good, they never sat this close when talking before. They usually sat next to each other more like friends chatting.

But he was quite satisfied with this distance.

Katniss's cheerful voice came again, "Today, I heard a classmate share a beef recipe. She said it was very delicious and the beef would be very tender. I'll try it tonight."

Maximilian was slightly surprised, "You're going to cook yourself?"

Katniss had already gotten up and walked to the kitchen, "Yes. Maximilian, just wait for me to show off my cooking skills tonight."

Maximilian responded with a faint "Hmm."

But when Katniss wasn't looking, the smile on his lips deepened.

Mira was about to refuse when she heard Katniss was going to cook herself, but when

she found out it was for Maximilian, she beamed with joy.

This could strengthen their relationship.

She rolled her eyes and then walked to the living room, "Sir, I've been having some stomach discomfort for a few days. Madam might not be able to handle it alone. How about you go help her?"

Maximilian glanced at Mira, then nodded without thinking.

He could see through Mira's little scheme, but he was happy to oblige.

Katniss didn't object when she found out.

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According to Jesse's friend's advice, to give Maximilian a lot of love and care, interaction was one of the ways.

So, the two of them started busying themselves in the kitchen.

Katniss began directing Maximilian to do tasks, sometimes asking him to wash vegetables, sometimes to boil some hot water, and sometimes to chop vegetables. Halfway through, Katniss took an apron from the kitchen cabinet and handed it to Maximilian, "Put it on."

Maximilian frowned, a bit reluctant, but he didn't say anything, using silence to express his refusal.

Katniss didn't care, she directly put the apron on Maximilian, "You don't look like you're helping in the kitchen at all in your suit. If my dish doesn't turn out well, it's all your fault."

Maximilian said calmly, "That's a bit far-fetched."

"I'm telling the truth!" Katniss said cheerfully, "Maximilian, I don't understand business matters, but you don't understand kitchen matters. Listen to me."

Seeing Katniss's smile, Maximilian didn't say anything more and nodded in agreement. Katniss's bold gaze scrutinized Maximilian chopping vegetables, then she said from the side, "A good-looking person looks good doing anything. The vegetables Maximilian chops will definitely taste especially good."

Maximilian felt that Katniss was really acting strange today.

Could it be that she had been influenced by Jesse?

The old Katniss wasn't like this.

No, he had to call Jesse later and ask if he had given Katniss any bad ideas.

The ingredients were all chopped, and now it was time for Katniss to show off her cooking skills.

Maximilian took the opportunity to call Jesse, "Did you say something to Katniss?"