Rebirth Into My Second Chance

Chapter 231

Then, out of nowhere, Max nipped at the palm of my hand and pulled me in closer. "Sleep," he murmured.

With not much choice left, I gave in to sleep.

By the break of dawn, Max had vanished, and my room was locked tight.

Sitting up in bed, I gazed out at the sky, feeling a tad helpless. That's when Helen knocked and announced, "Ms. Claire, Miss Kate has come to visit."

I spun around, surprised. Max, always a mix of sharp words and a soft heart.

Kate stood at the doorway, eyeing my 'cage' with disdain. "Doesn't seem like you're any better off than I am."

I shrugged, turning away. "At least you have your freedom."

Kate crossed her arms and leaned against the doorframe with a scoff. "Out with it. Why am I here? You don't seem like you're in the mood for jokes."

"I just wanted someone to humiliate, to keep the loneliness at bay," I replied with a smirk.

temper flared instantly. "What's

around at the servants, trying to spot

for Helen, who frowned. "Ms. Claire, didn't you

in. I'm way too bored, I need some rivals for entertainment." Helen sighed, reluctantly unlocking the door, but Kate refused to step inside. "Why

of your little kidnapping stunt. I have enough evidence to send you to jail," I threatened effectively, prompting Kate

"Helen, fetch some ice cubes. It's rather warm in here, and I reckon

"How did you know I'm on my

acted out in front of

you think I wouldn't do my homework if I wanted to

went off with a servant to fetch the ice, and I promptly shut the door

Floyd, are you

was just putting on a show.

is how you ask

you did kidnap me. That's a fact,"

silent,

moment, I continued, "I seriously need your help. Did you hear about those pregnant ladies showing up as burnt corpses in Crestview Metropolis

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