After her rebirth

Katniss finished her full body check-up.

Although the report wasn't out yet, the doctor basically determined that there shouldn't be any major issues, except for the obvious slap mark on her face.

But to be safe, the doctor still suggested that Katniss stay for one night.

After the doctor left, Maximilian sat by the bed.

He looked at Katniss, who seemed like a child who had done something wrong, and gently asked, "Does it still hurt?"

The side of her face that was hit was swollen, and Katniss felt a burning sensation.

Katniss shook her head and said softly, "After applying the medicine the doctor prescribed, it feels much better. It only hurts a little now."

Maximilian patted Katniss's head, "Then get some rest."

He got up to leave but was pulled back by Katniss grabbing his coat.

Maximilian turned around and asked gently, "What's wrong?"

Katniss bit her lip and looked up seriously, "Are you angry?"

She spoke slowly, probably to avoid pulling on her wound.

Each word was soft and gentle, but it tugged at Maximilian's heart.

Maximilian sat back down and held Katniss's hand in his, "Yes."noveldrama

"I'm sorry..." Katniss lowered her head slightly, her tone sincere, "I didn't mean to cause trouble. Mainly, if I didn't help, Ashley would have..."

She might have been raped.

If she hadn't seen it, it would have been one thing, but she clearly saw it and knew what would happen if she didn't help.

Even though she knew that being selfish was the way to survive after her rebirth, her inherent kindness wouldn't let her stand by and do nothing.

Maximilian's gaze was deep as he spoke softly, "I'm not angry because you got into trouble helping others."

Katniss looked up, her eyes full of confusion, "Then... is it because I wasn't smart enough? That I couldn't protect myself and acted impulsively?"

She was also a bit scared.

She had been a bit dizzy from drinking, which is why she acted that way.

Mainly, she thought that since it was a legitimate club, there might be some trouble, but she never expected Delber to be so lawless.

Maximilian shook his head again, his brows furrowed. After thinking for a moment, he said, "Cecilia sent me a message asking for help."

Katniss then understood why Maximilian had come.

"But you didn't." Maximilian's eyes were deep, and his tone seemed to carry a hint of accusation, "I'm your husband. Am I not someone you can rely on?"

In times of danger, others could ask him for help, so why didn't Katniss?

Katniss was stunned for a moment, then asked after a long pause, "You're angry because of that?"

Because she didn't ask him for help?

But they were allies.

If it were something else, it would be fine, but how could she trouble the busy

Maximilian with something she caused out of impulsiveness?

He was very busy.

Maximilian didn't say anything, his expression a bit unnatural.

If he admitted it, wouldn't it seem petty?

Seeing Maximilian like this, Katniss felt like she had discovered something new.

She also thought about Maximilian's condition.

She mustn't let him overthink things.

Katniss's heart beat a little faster, and taking advantage of her status as a patient, she impulsively said, "Maximilian, does that mean I can rely on you in the future?"

"For anything?"

"If you agree, you can't complain about the trouble later."

"I'll take your word for it, and it won't be easy to get rid of me."

"So, think it over carefully."

Katniss's voice was clear and bright, with a hint of happiness. She looked at Maximilian with a determined expression, as if she wouldn't give up without an answer.

Maximilian slowly smiled, his expression joyful. He couldn't help but want to pinch Katniss's face, but remembering her injury, he gently stroked her uninjured cheek instead, "Yes, you can rely on me."

Then he added, "For anything."

Katniss was very happy. She grinned, momentarily forgetting her injury, and only stopped smiling when it hurt.

She gave Maximilian a gentle smile, "A promise is a promise."

After their agreement, Maximilian turned to handle the remaining matters. He had someone notify Juniper and the others, who quickly arrived.

Among them, Ashley was the most seriously injured. The doctor advised her not to move, but to thank Katniss, she still came.

Seeing this, Katniss quickly got out of bed, "Ashley, what are you doing? It's not the time to thank me. If you really want to thank me, take good care of yourself." Delber had hit her hard.

Just from the slap she received, Katniss could feel it.

Enjoying the book? Don't forget to visit nov L5s.com for the full experience. You won't

find the next chapter anywhere else. Happy reading!

Ashley had taken several slaps from him, and even punches and kicks.

Although Katniss was a bit annoyed, her words were full of concern, which Ashley naturally understood.

But if she didn't come to see Katniss's condition tonight, she wouldn't be able to sleep. Ashley still looked gentle, "It's nothing, I won't die."

Katniss sighed.

When she first met Ashley, Katniss thought her gentle demeanor was just like Clara's, so she didn't like her much. Knowing she became Lucas's lover and had Byron running around for her made Katniss dislike her even more.

But later, learning about Ashley's father's illness, Ashley's warnings to her, and hearing from other classmates, Katniss realized that Ashley's gentleness was genuine, unlike Clara's pretense.

So, she helped her at the club.

"Cecilia, what kind of background does that Delber have?" Juniper was very curious, "He's too lawless."

There were many spoiled playboys in Luminous City, but someone like Delber, who acted like a king and ignored the law, was rare.

Others did their dirty deeds in secret. No matter how vicious they were in private, they appeared reasonable in public. Delber's blatant and foolish behavior was really

uncommon.

Was he trying to challenge the law?

Cecilia frowned, thinking, "I don't know the specifics, I just heard once..."

The other three leaned in, listening intently.

Meanwhile, Maximilian had just left the hospital when he received a call from Uriah, "Mr. Hamilton."

"Speak."

"Delber's left foot and right hand are broken, and three of his ribs are fractured. Other injuries are unclear, but it might have been a bit heavy-handed. The others who fought are in similar condition, but those who just watched weren't seriously hurt..."

Maximilian didn't respond, and Katniss quietly listened to Uriah's report.