Chapter 6 After getting herself ready, Katniss crashed for a couple of hours.
Come evening, she grabbed her prescription and headed to the pharmacy to snag her meds.
Walking in, she handed the script to the pharmacist with a grin, Hey, can you hook me up with these meds and grind em into powder? Thanks a bunch.
The pharmacist took a look and smiled back, Sure thing, just a sec.
About ten minutes later, the pharmacist handed Katniss a bag full of powdered meds and started ringing her up.
Thatll be seventy-eight bucks, the pharmacist said.
Katniss pulled out a wad of cash from her bag, counted it, and handed it over.
Holding the heavy bag of meds, she felt a sting in her chest.
She only had three hundred bucks, and this bag of meds cost nearly eighty.
Making money aint easy! Finding a part-time gig was a must; otherwise, shed be starving.
She also grabbed some honey, planning to make pills when she got home.
Speaking of home, did she even have one? But until she could stand on her own, she still had to go back to The Manners Villa.
The Manners Villa was tucked behind the clothing factorys residential area, with a unique three-story house and some pretty distinctive decor.
Years ago, Oliver ditched his job and was one of the first to dive into business.
Gotta say, Oliver hit the jackpot.
In recent years, he made bank running a clothing company and became the talk of the town.
At this time, there were just a few old guys sipping tea in the courtyard and some middle-aged women gossiping under a tree.

Seeing Katniss stroll back alone with her canvas shoulder bag, they werent too shocked, like they were used to it.
But as usual, they couldnt resist being nosy.
Katniss, whyd you come back alone? Your older brothers drove to pick up your sister this morning.
Why didnt they bring you back too? Lila asked, her eyes flashing a bit of envy.
The Manners family was known to be loaded and influential around here.
Everyone in the courtyard was green with envy.
Lila was famous for being a busybody, always sticking her nose in everyones business.
This Lila seemed super concerned about their family drama.
How did she used to respond? To cover for the Manners family, she used to say she got car sick and would puke as soon as she got in the car, so she walked.
But this time, Katniss wasnt gonna hide it anymore.
She didnt care about pleasing the Manners family, so no need to lie.
I wanted to take the car, but Clara thought I was dirty and wouldnt let me in.
What could I do? Lila, you dont know, I live in the storage room at home.
As soon as you walk in, theres this nasty smell.
Its so gross to live in during this hot weather.
As Katniss spoke, she started to tear up, continuing to spill, I cant even eat at the table.
I have to wait until Claras done before I can eat.

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The clothes I wear are Claras hand-me-downs, and this backpack? Only got it after Clara didnt want it anymore.
The middle-aged women sighed and gave Katniss all the sympathy they could muster.
The Manners family was rolling in dough, yet they treated their own flesh and blood like a maid while spoiling their adopted daughter rotten.
What a joke! Turned out, all that kindness towards Katniss was just for show.
They only had eyes for Clara, their adopted darling.
Only the Manners could pull off something so twisted.
Honey, dont cry.
What kind of family is this? If I had a granddaughter like you, Id treat you like gold.
I dont know what theyre thinking.
They act all nice to you, but its all fake.
I cant believe theyre so rich and still so cheap with their own daughter.
Its just too much! Hearing this, a flicker of satisfaction crossed Katnisss eyes.
This was exactly what she wanted.
In a few days, this story would be all over the courtyard.
She wondered how they keep up their act then.
I cant chat anymore.
I gotta get back and cook.

If Im late, Ill get chewed out by my parents and brothers again, Katniss said.
This was true.
Katnisss cooking skills were top-notch in the Manners family.
She didnt know when it started, but she had to juggle school and cooking three meals a day.
Just because Clara wouldnt touch the maids cooking, Katniss had to handle all the meals.
But now, she was done playing chef for them.
Lila looked puzzled and couldnt help but ask, Didnt the Manners family hire a maid? Why do you still have to cook? A storm was brewing.
Katniss stood in the middle of the courtyard, crying out to the onlookers, Clara only eats what I cook! She treats me like a servant! Katnisss voice was full of hurt and anger.
Everyone listened to Katnisss complaints, feeling both sympathy and rage.
Clara is too much! Treating her own sister like a servant, its just bullying! a middle-aged woman couldnt help but shout.
Yeah! Katniss, youve been wronged! We got your back! another woman said, holding Katnisss hand in support.
Katniss, wiping away her tears, bravely continued, I cant even eat in peace.
Im always the last to eat.
I sleep in the storage room she assigned! Katnisss words were full of dissatisfaction and hurt, resonating with everyone.
Clara is too much! Stay strong, well help you! a middle-aged woman encouraged Katniss, hoping she could get through this tough time.
No one expected the biological daughter of the Manners family to live worse than a servant.
It was truly tragic! Although they couldnt wrap their heads around the Manners familys actions, they got the main point: all of Katnisss misery was because of Clara, who usually seemed so sweet and sensible but was actually a snake.
You really cant judge a book by its cover!