After her rebirth by Cici

Chapter 18

Felix lugged the groceries back to The Hamilton Manor, where Maximilian was chilling. As soon as Felix got home, he started spilling the tea about what went down at Katniss's place to Maximilian. Maximilian was lounging on the couch, propping his head up with one hand, slowly opening his eyes. At that moment, it was like a curtain lifted, revealing a hidden gem.

Maximilian said coolly, "She's got guts."

Felix looked at Maximilian, mulling it over, and finally decided to ask, "How about we give the cops a heads-up? Make sure they take it seriously. Don't let them brush off Katniss just 'cause she's a young girl." Maximilian raised his head, a thoughtful look in his eyes, then nodded, saying, "Yeah, use the house phone."

Felix immediately called the police station and laid out the situation, hoping they'd take the case seriously.

The voice on the other end sounded a bit nervous. They had planned to sweep the case under the rug due to pressure from the Manners family, but they didn't expect a call from Maximilian, giving them a stern warning. "We'll send someone to handle it ASAP. Please be patient," came the steady voice from the police station.

The cops had been hesitant, but now they were determined to nab the suspect.

few years ago, and Aurora healed him without charging a dime. After Katniss was taken back by the Manners family, she was quiet, self-conscious, and sensitive. The two old folks genuinely liked her, always thinking of her when there was something good to eat. You

Katniss went to wash the dishes, then

stairs. Her body jolted and stumbled, causing her pain as she was dragged down. "Let go of me! Who

up! Don't move!" a

and she struggled to keep up, being forcibly pulled along, enduring a rough and bumpy ride. Finally, they stopped at the entrance to a dimly lit basement, dust swirling in the air. Katniss barely managed to stand, staring at the

force yanked her up the steps.

cry of pain, feeling a sharp

teeth and attempting to get up. "What are you doing? Let go

you dared to report Simon to the police, getting him arrested. How could you be so vicious?" Lucas's voice was harsh. Lucas angrily said, "How can you be so cold-blooded and heartless, sending your own brother to the

replied, "I used the law to protect my rights. There's nothing to

stay calm. The Manners family was in a frenzy, wanting to