After her rebirth

Wesley had been teaching for ages, and his students were scattered all over the globe. Deep down, he had a strong sense of what it meant to be a good person. He hardly ever got mad, but when he did, just one look from him could make people shake in their boots.

With a serious face, Wesley said, "Look, I'm just a regular guy. I don't like to make big speeches or pretend that money doesn't matter. But Katniss is like a daughter to us. Daphne and I love her dearly. We just want her to be safe and happy." "You've given so many gifts, which might not mean much to you, but I just want Katniss to be happy. We don't care about these things. All these gifts, properties, and funds, along with what we've given Katniss, will all go to her. Not a single penny will be left behind!" he added, "As long as you treat Katniss well, that's all that matters to us."

Anna's eyes went wide with shock, and she was about to blow up. That was a ton of money, not to mention the houses.

Just giving one of the houses to her son would set him up for life.

Was Wesley nuts, not wanting anything?

Micah's eyes turned cold. He grabbed Anna's arm and said in a low voice, "Grandma, if you keep talking, they'll think we're greedy, and they might not want Katniss anymore and look for another girl to marry. Then we won't get a single penny." Anna was greedy. Taking money from her was like pulling teeth. If she threw a fit, it would be embarrassing for both families.

It would also make Katniss look bad and be judged by the Hamiltons.

He tried to get Anna to weigh the consequences of losing this money completely against the potential gains if she cooperated. A rational assessment of the pros and cons would make her settle down. Hearing Micah's words, Anna quickly did the math in her head.

In just a few seconds, she shut her mouth and sat back down quietly.

Wesley was Katniss's uncle, and they had a good relationship. Even the engagement was arranged by Wesley, not Katniss's biological father, which showed that Wesley was more important to Katniss than her own dad. Although the money was in Katniss's hands, if Wesley ever needed help, Katniss would definitely help him out.

But if Maximilian got scared away, then everything would be lost.

Anna's eyes darted around, and she clasped her old hands together, whispering, "Alright, I'll listen to you. Being educated makes you quick-witted."

Micah smirked and stayed quiet.

As for Anna's scheming, Samuel and Carlton didn't pay any attention to it.

Micah glanced around and saw that Samuel and Carlton remained unmoved, not even a flicker in their eyes.

Wesley's words were firm, and he immediately handed the gift list to Katniss, saying gently, "Katniss, take this. With these things, you'll have support. Make sure you're happy after you get married."

Daphne's eyes reddened, and she held Katniss's hand, pressing the gift list into her palm, "If Maximilian treats you badly, take the money and divorce him. Life would be much easier for a woman if she's financially independent." Maximilian was puzzled. Were they already talking about divorce?

Seeing the surprise and shock on Maximilian's face, Micah, who had been all tense, couldn't help but laugh and said loudly, "Mom's right. If Maximilian treats you badly, take the money and leave. You'll still be loaded." Wesley shot Micah a glare, "What are you saying? That's not exactly a good omen! You're not acting like a big brother!"

Micah shrugged and lowered his head, pretending to focus on his food.

The food at the Starry Night Hotel was a rare treat, so he figured he might as well dig in.

After scolding Micah, Wesley pulled out a small box from his pocket with his rough hands, "Today's your birthday. You're turning twenty, and we wanted to celebrate. Now, with the engagement and birthday together, it's even better. My taste is pretty basic. Take this bracelet as a birthday gift if you don't mind."

When Katniss was brought back, she was so small, timid, thin, and dark, like a little boy.

Now, she's grown up and about to get married.

Wesley's eyes reddened. The usually stern and steady man couldn't help but wipe away a tear.

Katniss held the two gift lists in one hand and a small red velvet box with a pair of gold earrings shaped like little flowers in the other. They were small and cute.

Wesley still remembered her birthday.

Katniss's eyes welled up, and she couldn't help but hug Wesley, "Thank you. From now on, consider me your daughter, just like Saskia, and I'll treat Micah as my own brother. I will take care of you in your old age just like them!" Wesley smiled with satisfaction and patted Katniss's head.

"You and your wife can rest assured that we'll take good care of Katniss. If Maximilian treats Katniss badly, I'll be the first to deal with him!" Samuel said with a commanding presence, slapping the table and shouting towards the door, "Waiter, bring all the wine I have stored here."

Samuel, with a rosy complexion, stood up and hooked his arm around Wesley's shoulder, leading him to his seat and engaging in lively conversation.

Soon, the waiter brought the wine, and Samuel poured it into the glasses. "To Katniss and Maximilian's everlasting happiness."

Wesley wasn't a heavy drinker, but for Katniss's happiness, he drank it all in one go.

Micah squinted his eyes. Knowing Wesley couldn't outdrink Samuel, he thought for a second, then grabbed a bottle and a glass, joining the drinking battle.

Carlton glanced over and thought, well, at least he did one good thing.

A moment later, Carlton turned to Daphne with a kind smile, "Daphne, let's finalize the wedding. Maximilian is not getting any younger. Let's have them register for marriage first, skip the engagement, and go straight to the wedding. When do you think we should schedule it?"

He added, "How many relatives and friends do you have on your side?"

Daphne was even more confused, her mind going blank with nervousness. She could only say, "We'll follow your lead and see what Katniss and Maximilian prefer."

She was afraid of saying too much and embarrassing Katniss.

How could she suggest anything for a wedding hosted by the Hamilton family? It wouldn't be like an ordinary wedding.

Daphne smiled awkwardly, "We don't have many relatives. How about you? How many tables for your relatives?"

Carlton was momentarily stunned and thought seriously, "About a few hundred tables?"

Daphne was dumbfounded.