Rebirth Into My Second Chance

Chapter 288

Max was trying to keep things simple. He wanted us to head to Crestview Metropolis and live like any other family.

But Lily was on a mission to avenge my parents. Even though I didn't have much of a bond with them, it still...

"I get it. But I want to bring Richard Price back with us. Lily said he's still alive. He's the only family I have," I insisted.

Max nodded, "Alright, I promise you'll see Richard when we get back."

As we turned to leave, Garrett called out, "Brother, I don't want to be your stand-in here in Serythia."

Max, with his arm around my shoulder, didn't look back. He simply replied in a serious tone, "I'll draft a document so they'll recognize you as the successor."

Garrett cried out in frustration, "Do we have to do it this way?"

Max still didn't turn around. I looked up at him and said, "You're a pretty tough brother."

He gently pinched my cheek, "You're the one who's tough on me."

"When have I ever been tough on you?" I protested, waving my hands in a rather nonsensical gesture. Max pressed my hands down and said, "Lily's alive, and I didn't betray you. Now that the pressure's off, let's see if you can speak."

and

had already arranged for

into the room. "Last night,

his head, "Luckily, it didn't turn into a disaster.

Max, feeling a bit

uncomfortably. "I had a plan with Lily. She pretended to be injured by Princess Harriet, and last night, she managed to detain Harriet's mother. Now Lily's set to become Empress of Bravenland. I was mistaken for Garrett by Harriet, so I played along to keep her occupied while Lily acted. When I realized Garrett was here, I rushed back

I whispered an "oh."

realized I

call his

the words failed

whispered, nibbling my ear gently. This wasn't encouragement; it was

was on my waist, but I

you say you're not harsh.

at his reddened hand shook his head, giving up with a

eveline

Coleader he had been

moments ago.

on his lap, I could feel the warmth of his

his presence made me feel safe enough