After her rebirth by Cici

Chapter 269 Katniss didn't know how to respond for a moment.

Although the relationship between Maximilian and Gabriel was tense, Gabriel was still an elder.

When an elder invites you, Katniss had to agree even if she didn't want to.

Gabriel was also very patient.

Katniss remained silent on the phone, and he quietly waited without urging her. Finally, Katniss's voice cthrough, "Okay. Where would you like to meet?" Gabriel gave the address.

Then he thought for a moment and reminded Katniss, "I don't want Maximilian to know about this for now. You know his temper, but it's a small matter, and I don't think it's necessary to bother him." This time, Katniss didn't comply with his wishes, "Maximilian and I have agreed to be honest with each other. I don't think I can hide this from him." Maximilian was her support now.

She wouldn't hide anything from him.

Moreover, Gabriel was looking for her because of Clara's case, and there was nothing good for her in it.

Gabriel didn't try to persuade her further and directly hung up the phone.

However, Katniss didn't tell Maximilian about it for the tbeing.

She said that to Gabriel just in case, but she decided not to tell Maximilian because she didn't want to bother him with such a small matter.

Gabriel arranged to meet Katniss in a private garden.

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Katniss parked her car outside; the road into the garden was narrow and not suitable for cars. But there were sbicycles arranged for visitors' convenience.

The scenery was unique, and the air was fresh, which lifted Katniss's mood.

However, this mood only lasted until she saw Gabriel.

She didn't expect Desmond to be there too.

Gabriel saw Katniss and noticed her displeased glance at Desmond, feeling somewhat awkward, he politely invited her to sit.

Although they had little interaction, Katniss was reasonable and didn't intend to show a bad attitude when invited by an elder.

Gabriel signaled Desmond to pour the coffee that was warming on a small fire for Katniss, then began to explain his purpose, "I'm sorry to make you call this way, but it's hard to explain over the phone." Katniss's expression was indifferent, she smiled slightly, her tone polite yet distant, "Please go ahead and say what you need to." She really didn't want to engage in small talk with this father and son.

Gabriel knew they had little connection, so he got straight to the point, "It's like this. Although I know you and Clara don't get along, Desmond plans to break off the engagement with her." Katniss frowned, looking at Gabriel in confusion.

Why were they telling her about their broken engagement? She remained calm and continued to listen to Gabriel, "But, no matter what, they were once engaged. Clara is now involved in scontroversial cases, and we can't be heartless; we have to help." Katniss couldn't help but twitch her mouth.

If he wanted to help, he could just do it. Why call her out specifically? Lost in the world of this story? Make sure you're on Ne5sto catch every twist and turn. The next chapter awaits, exclusively on our site. Dive in now! She didn't like Clara, but did she have the power to stop Gabriel from doing anything? Gabriel spoke several paragraphs, and Katniss couldn't remain silent, so she nodded compliantly, "Yes." Katniss felt that things wouldn't be that simple.

Gabriel sensed the atmosphere was a bit off; Katniss wasn't warm at all, and despite his efforts to start a conversation, she remained unresponsive.

So, he deepened his voice and continued, "But Clara's case is quite complicated, you know that, right?" Of course, she knew.

She was the one who provided the information to Laura.

However, she didn't expect the situation to be so complicated, and Clara was still relatively unscathed, thanks to the Boleyn family's support.

Since the Boleyn family was so capable, why were they looking for her now? Katniss found the situation very strange.

Katniss vaguely said, "I know a little. But you also know that Clara and I don't get along, so I don't pay much attention to her matters." Gabriel sighed slightly, "Well, it's not your fault. But I don't think much of her either." "Dad..." Hearing Gabriel speak ill of Clara, Desmond, who had been silent, couldn't help but speak up, "Just say what you need to say." Katniss frowned and glanced at Desmond.

Gabriel was also annoyed, he scolded, "Shut up!!" Lost in the world of this story? Make sure you're on Ñel5sto catch every twist and turn. The next chapter awaits, exclusively on our site. Dive in now! Desmond had to remain silent.

After scolding Desmond, Gabriel looked at Katniss apologetically, "He has a bad temper, don't mind him." Katniss smiled but said nothing.

Gabriel, seeing her not responding, felt a bit frustrated and continued, ontinued "Originally, we helped with Clara's it case, and it was fine. But recently, it has resurfaced, so can you talk to Maximilian about it?" Katniss frowned, how did this involve Maximilian again? "You are Maximilian's father, if you want his help, I think it's better to ask him directly." Katniss was a bit surprised by Gabriel's roundabout way of doing things.

"You know Maximilian's temper, and you know our relationship." Gabriel looked helpless, "If I could, Lwouldn't want to trouble you. He listens to you Heliste now!?! now, so let's end this here. Clara is no longer part of the Manners family, she's a pitiful person now." The more Katniss listened, the more confused she became. What did Gabriel mean?

She couldn't help but ask, "I don't quite understand what you mean?" Before Gabriel could speak, Desmond couldn't help but shout, Stop pretending, isn't this all your doing behind the scenes? Clara's matter was settled, if it weren't for you instigating my brother to intervene, how would it have resurfaced?" "Katniss, I didn't expect you to becso vicious, now you even pretend to be innocent." "Do you hate Clara that much? She has nothing now, and you still want to destroy her? Katniss, if you're too cruel, you'll get retribution." "Just stop this. If you keep kicking someone when they're down, with such a malicious heart, what good will cto you?" Desmond's series of accusations seemed to vent all his recent grievances at once.

From these words, Katniss finally understood sthings.

So, Maximilian was still behind Clara's troubles? No wonder the matter Gabriel suppressed resurfaced.

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