After her rebirth

After dinner, Katniss hurried back to her room. The sound of water running in the bathroom made her a bit uneasy.

Tonight, instead of heading to his study to work, Maximilian went straight to the bathroom for a shower.

With Maximilian back, were they going to share the bed again tonight?

Katniss lay down, wrapping herself tightly in the blanket, even tucking the edges under her body.

She didn't want to end up in Maximilian's arms again, touching him in her sleep.

With such a tight wrap, it should keep her restless limbs in check, right?

After a while, the water stopped, and Maximilian came out in a bathrobe. He casually dried his hair and looked at Katniss, who had bundled herself up, and was momentarily stunned.

"What are you doing?" he couldn't help but ask.

Katniss squinted at him, "This way, I won't disturb your sleep."

Maximilian pursed his lips and continued drying his hair, "Sleep early. Tomorrow is Desmond's engagement party. As my wife, you need to attend with me."

"Okay." Katniss blinked, catching the underlying implication, "What about you? Aren't you going to sleep early?"

Maximilian said indifferently, "To the study."

To the study?

Working all night again?

Did Maximilian even listen to what she said!

Katniss quickly looked up and gave him a stern lecture, "You haven't rested properly for two or three days. You can't work anymore, Maximilian. Let's go to sleep, okay?"

Then, Katniss silently moved to the other side of the bed, pointing to the large empty space beside her, "This is your spot."

After a moment, she grabbed a cartoon plush toy from the bedside table and placed it in the middle, "This is the boundary line. I absolutely won't cross it."

Maximilian glanced at the cartoon plush toy in the middle with indifferent eyes and lay down expressionlessly.

Seeing him really lie down, Katniss was a bit stunned.

And somewhat relieved, finally, he obeyed.

Katniss contentedly lay back down and began to try to fall asleep, but after turning off the lights, her sense of hearing became more sensitive.

Although there was a cartoon plush toy, they were actually very close. With her eyes

closed, she could even hear Maximilian's faint breathing.

It was clearly very light, but to Katniss, it sounded particularly loud, beating rhythmically in her ears.

And the fresh, crisp scent from Maximilian's body after his shower.

It was very pleasant.

"Can't sleep?" Maximilian suddenly asked, "Then I'll go to the study."

To the study again?

Was it really because of her?

Katniss felt a strong sense of guilt and quickly said, "No, no, it's just that if I go with

you tomorrow, will Samuel and Carlton announce our marriage?"

What about Yasmin?

By doing this, was she breaking up Yasmin and Maximilian?

"Do you know why I've been so busy lately?" Maximilian inquired.

"Why?" Katniss turned her head, curiosity piqued.

Wasn't it because of work?

In the dark, Maximilian pressed his lips, his voice slow and light, "In their eyes, I'm a dying man, yet I have no wife, no heirs."

Katniss instantly understood, so those people thought Maximilian's days were numbered and plotted to seize power?

These people were truly despicable!

"Maximilian, I understand. Let's do as Samuel and Carlton said, announce our marriage,

let those people know you're married, and they'll cause you less trouble." Katniss

declared with earnest fervor, a fierce determination evident in her eyes.noveldrama

This way, Maximilian could focus on treatment and recovery.

For Katniss, aiding Maximilian was paramount, and she was prepared to go to great lengths to support him.

According to the agreement, it was also her duty to play the role of Maximilian's wife.

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Maximilian's eyes narrowed slightly, his voice gentle, "In that case, this year will place a heavy burden on you."

"It's my duty. We're allies, after all. You've helped me so much. If you need anything, just say it." Katniss reassured him, tapping her chest with conviction.

She had a strong sense of responsibility.

This time, Katniss quickly fell asleep.

Listening to her steady breaths, Maximilian's expression grew contemplative, his eyes darkening a few shades, and he whispered softly, "Silly girl, don't easily believe a man's words."

Then he reached out, pulled Katniss into his arms, and only after inhaling her fragrance did he close his eyes again.

When Katniss woke up the next day, Maximilian was already up.

As she prepared to greet the day, a knock echoed through the room.

Mira entered, accompanied by four people, carrying racks laden with garments.

Katniss recognized them; they were a famous international styling team. Securing their service required not just wealth and influence, but a stroke of good fortune, for they were selective in their engagements.

Katniss blinked in acknowledgment of the leverage that power could command.

In the bedroom, the team created a distinctive look for Katniss.

When Katniss went downstairs, Maximilian was in the living room listening to Emilio's report.

Hearing her approach, he glanced up.

In his sight, Katniss was wearing a snow-white feather dress, off-the-shoulder, revealing

a small heart-shaped pink diamond on her delicate collarbone.

Her face was even more exquisite. The feathered ensemble did not appear ostentatious

but rather exuded a gentle, playful aura, like a cherubic visitor from the heavens. Maximilian's eyes deepened, and his lips tightened almost imperceptibly. Emilio glanced at Maximilian's reaction, then at Katniss, finally understanding why Maximilian had become increasingly indulgent.

Well, it made sense.

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"Maximilian, I'm ready." Katniss gracefully walked over to Maximilian's side. "Mm," Maximilian's gaze fell on Emilio's face. Emilio nodded and silently left.

After getting in the car, Katniss's feather dress almost took up most of the back seat. She clumsily gathered it, "Maximilian, this extravagance wasn't necessary. This dress must be expensive, and so must the styling team."

Maximilian replied, "You are my wife now."

Katniss blushed, "Yes, I can't embarrass you."

"I mean," Maximilian frowned slightly, his indifferent eyes looking at her, "You deserve

it."

Katniss's thoughts struggled to keep pace.

Was Maximilian referring to the dress she deserved or the status it conferred?

The car was silent for a while, and soon they arrived at the Starry Night Hotel.

The two entered the venue through the VIP channel; the ceremony hadn't started yet.

But the place was already crowded with guests, all the prominent figures of Luminous City were there.

Clara stood at the entrance, clad in a silver fishtail gown, beside the impeccably dressed Desmond, her smile poised and welcoming.

On the other side, in the VIP seats, was the Manners family, sitting neatly and happily

together.

Katniss briefly glanced in their direction before diverting her gaze.

Then she began to observe the venue.

The Boleyn family had booked the entire top floor, and the decorations were all done

to the highest standards.

The flowers were even airlifted from abroad.

In this time, such an extravagance was indeed a significant spectacle.

"Look over there."

Suddenly, Maximilian's voice sounded beside her.