After her rebirth by Cici

Chapter 37

"What's up?" Maximilian asked, his smile starting to fade.

Katniss snapped back to reality, flashing a bright grin. "Maximilian, you've got such a killer smile. There's this dude at our school who's super popular with the girls, but honestly, you're way hotter than him!" She quickly added, "I'm just keeping it real. You're way more handsome, and you're loaded too. If I had to pick someone, it'd be you."

Realizing she might've overstepped, Katniss awkwardly explained, "What I mean is, being in a good mood is great for your health. Science says a good mood can even fight off cancer cells."

She wasn't sure if Maximilian bought it, but Felix eagerly asked, "Katniss, is that for real?"

Maximilian hadn't smiled in ages. When was the last time he even cracked a grin? Felix tried to remember, only recalling how happy Maximilian used to be as a kid. But then...

Felix looked at Katniss like she was a miracle worker, totally stoked.

Katniss let out a sigh of relief and turned to Felix, saying, "Felix, staying in a good mood is key. Like me, I don't get mad when people try to mess with me. It's not worth it. If you get mad and it kills you, wouldn't that suck?"

up often, he was always in a funk. He needed to cheer him

her grandmother. Felix thought she should come around more to lift Maximilian's

his

around, seeing the small plastic cup looking tiny in his

Maximilian, his smile warm and appreciative, making her

me check you out," Katniss said, determined

gently rested on the wheelchair armrest, feeling Katniss's small, warm hand grasping

a gentle caress on his skin, bringing a subtle sensation. He could feel

carrying a hint of romantic tension, which caused Maximilian's heart to flutter slightly, with his eyes flickering

his hand was beautiful, she focused intently

like the quiet wings of a butterfly,

breathed a sigh of

the light in his eyes

said happily. "I will control the illness and help you