After her rebirth by Cici

Chapter 22

Stepping out the door, Katniss let out a big sigh of relief and turned to Maximilian, "Max, seriously, thanks a ton for today."

She was genuinely grateful. Without Max, today would've been a total mess. He not only scared off those jerks but also helped her sort everything out. Maximilian gave her a long, hard look before asking, "So, you moved out of The Manners Villa? Had a blow-up?"

Katniss was caught off guard for a sec, then gave a bitter smile, "Yeah, I'm done with the Manners family for good." Cutting ties completely.

Maximilian's eyes narrowed a bit, and he nodded.

Suddenly remembering something, Katniss pulled out a bottle of medicine from her bag and handed it to him.

"Max, these are pills I made for you. Take one whenever you have an episode; it'll help a lot," she said.

It might've been a small thing for Max, but for her, a broke student, it was a big deal.

Max took the bottle and casually shoved it in his pocket, "Got it."

Katniss wanted to say more, but seeing Max's reaction, she felt a rush of joy from being trusted!

in a great

school with Max. When

call my cousin," Juniper said. She'd been in a panic after getting Katniss's message and followed the instructions

cried, saying Katniss had been

for a few seconds, then he said he understood and hung up. Juniper was nervous for a

I'm back safe. Thanks," Katniss said, holding Juniper's hand with a

help, it wouldn't be easy for Simon to clear

the Manners family wouldn't let it slide

ready

your family does. Your brother acts like an

know how to comfort Katniss, so she just held her hand,

moved, knowing Juniper had always had her back and understood her, which was why she trusted her so much. Morning classes flew by. After lunch, Katniss got ready to head

minutes later, she arrived at the shop, out

bunch of her female classmates were sitting

counter. It was Tuesday, so Amara's son Preston should be in

handed her three cups