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Chapter 449 — Katie Earns Her Keep · Oct 11, 2026

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402 Chapter 402 — Traces of the Eternals 2026-10-11
403 Chapter 403 — Ginger’s Invitation 2026-10-11
404 Chapter 404 — The Nearly Completed Tiger Language Translator 2026-10-11
405 Chapter 405 — First Impressions of Mumbai 2026-10-11
406 Chapter 406 — Kingo 2026-10-11
407 Chapter 407 — The Eternals 2026-10-11
408 Chapter 408 — The Purpose of the Meeting? 2026-10-11
409 Chapter 409 — Insights from Brainwave Research 2026-10-11
410 Chapter 410 — Kingo’s Request 2026-10-11
411 Chapter 411 — Henry’s Requirement 2026-10-11
412 Chapter 412 — Indian Cuisine 2026-10-11
413 Chapter 413 — The Secret of the Eternals 2026-10-11
414 Chapter 414 — A Research Bottleneck 2026-10-11
415 Chapter 415 — Australia 2026-10-11
416 Chapter 416 — The Place of Seclusion 2026-10-11
417 Chapter 417 — Two Generals of the Eternals 2026-10-11
418 Chapter 418 — Diagnosis 2026-10-11
419 Chapter 419 — The Solution 2026-10-11
420 Chapter 420 — Sound-Absorbing Steel 2026-10-11
421 Chapter 421 — Vibranium Jewelry 2026-10-11
422 Chapter 422 — ’Rich and Naive, Easy Target!’ 2026-10-11
423 Chapter 423 — The Audition Invitation 2026-10-11
424 Chapter 424 — Progress on the Secret Research 2026-10-11
425 Chapter 425 — An Upgrade in Treatment 2026-10-11
426 Chapter 426 — An Unexpected Invitation 2026-10-11
427 Chapter 427 — The Mystikos Sect 2026-10-11
428 Chapter 428 — A Cannibal’s Patron 2026-10-11
429 Chapter 429 — Reporting Matters 2026-10-11
430 Chapter 430 — The Mysterious Banquet 2026-10-11
431 Chapter 431 — Gitano Dragoneiti 2026-10-11
432 Chapter 432 — The Real Game Begins 2026-10-11
433 Chapter 433 — Temptation 2026-10-11
434 Chapter 434 — The Impatient Fool 2026-10-11
435 Chapter 435 — Parting on Bad Terms 2026-10-11
436 Chapter 436 — Uneasy Days 2026-10-11
437 Chapter 437 — The Threat Emerges 2026-10-11
438 Chapter 438 — Happy Birthday 2026-10-11
439 Chapter 439 — A Problem Pressing Close 2026-10-11
440 Chapter 440 — Visiting Château du Jonchet 2026-10-11
441 Chapter 441 — Making the Request 2026-10-11
442 Chapter 442 — The Recommended Candidate 2026-10-11
443 Chapter 443 — A Private Morning Concert 2026-10-11
444 Chapter 444 — The Black-and-White Witch 2026-10-11
445 Chapter 445 — Terms of Alliance 2026-10-11
446 Chapter 446 — A Dangerous Alliance 2026-10-11
447 Chapter 447 — Givenchy’s Legacy 2026-10-11
448 Chapter 448 — Three Busy WomenNo 2026-10-11
449 Chapter 449 — Katie Earns Her Keep 2026-10-11
450 Chapter 450 — Fitting 2026-10-11

Chapter 449: Chapter 449 — Katie Earns Her Keep

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Charlize dared to make such a request because she and Katie were already familiar with each other. She could touch, pet, and interact freely without worry.

But the rest of the crew didn’t share that confidence.

If not for the distance, some of them might’ve already bolted—or climbed onto something high to escape the tiger.

There was, however, one exception.

Cruella.

Dressed in her signature black-and-white suit, the British designer stood on set—whether to supervise or to interfere was anyone’s guess.

Her eyes lit up.

Arms slightly extended, she advanced step by step like a zombie, her gaze fixed greedily on Katie’s striped fur.

The aura alone was enough—

Even Katie instinctively took half a step back.

Henry immediately stepped in.

”Pet’s not for sale. Fur’s not for sale. And you’re definitely not turning her into a coat today.”

”I haven’t said anything yet!” Cruella snapped, hands on her hips.

Her two henchmen quickly flanked her, trying to ”protect” their boss—though realistically, they wouldn’t last a second against a tiger.

---

Meanwhile, Katie curiously looked around, taking in the unfamiliar crowd.

No leash. No restraints.

Only Henry’s hand scratching behind her ears kept her from wandering.

Henry continued calmly:

”I’ve looked into your past work, Ms. de Vil. Your love of fur has made you quite... unpopular with animal rights groups.

”I’m not here to judge. But when it comes to my pet—this lovely little ’tabby’—I have to advocate for her life. I’ve raised her since she was tiny. I’m attached.”

”Such a shame,” Cruella sighed. ”Can you imagine the magnificent garments her fur could become?”

”An African chieftain outfit?”

...

Henry had a rare talent—not just for warming up a room, but for freezing it solid.

Cruella’s mind instantly filled with the image of a tribal leader draped in tiger hide.

Her fingers curled into claws. She looked ready to strangle him on the spot.

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Charlize burst out laughing, breaking the tension.

Clapping her hands, she addressed the crew:

”Alright—our animal star is here. Let’s proceed as planned.

”Anyone uncomfortable can step out after finishing your tasks.

”And Cruella—you’ll need to discuss compensation with the animal’s owner. This isn’t free.

”But I guarantee this will save money compared to blindly shooting with no direction.

”You handle the clothes—you’re the expert. I handle the camera—I’m the expert.”

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Cruella turned back to Henry, tapping her foot impatiently.

”Payment. How much?”

Henry froze.

His first thought:

Wait... Katie can earn her own food now?

But as for pricing?

No idea.

He hadn’t even made it as more than a background actor—and now his ”tabby cat” was co-starring with Charlize Theron.

He shot a sharp look at Katie, who was being led away by Charlize.

Maybe tonight we eat tiger steak... she’s getting a bit too well-fed anyway.

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”Hello? Still alive?”

Cruella snapped her fingers loudly.

Henry blinked, snapping back.

”I... actually don’t know what to charge. Uh—Jen? Can you help me here?”

He waved over J.J. Harris, who had been keeping a very safe distance.

”Jen, do you know how animal actor contracts work? Can you handle Katie’s deal?”

J.J. hesitated.

”It’s similar to human actors. The owner signs on their behalf, and everything must comply with animal welfare regulations. But I’m not deeply familiar... I might not be the best choice.”

She had seen Katie before.

That didn’t mean she was comfortable.

Not even close.

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Henry sighed.

”Then just help this once. A temporary contract is fine. I’m not planning to take Katie around for gigs anyway.

”Unless you’re willing to bring her to auditions yourself?”

J.J. shook her head so hard it looked like it might come off.

Henry chuckled.

”Exactly.”

He had no intention of letting Katie out of his sight.

And not everyone had Charlize’s nerves.

She could casually grab a tiger’s head and boss it around.

Try that with a stranger—and see what happens.

”About payment,” Henry added, ”if you know the market rate, go with that. If not, lower is fine. I’m only here because Charlize asked.

”If Katie had to feed herself, she’d be skin and bones by now.”

J.J. sighed.

”Alright. I’ll handle it.”

”Perfect. And set your commission higher—I don’t mind.”

Henry happily delegated the problem away.

---

Negotiations were left to the professional agent and Cruella’s sharp-minded assistant, Jasper.

Cruella herself?

Already consumed by inspiration.

A real tiger on set—

Ideas flooded her mind like a broken dam.

She rushed to the director, firing off shot concepts one after another. If she didn’t supervise personally, she was convinced the result would be garbage.

Charlize, meanwhile, had multiple outfits.

Which to use? What styling?

All under Cruella’s command.

Because for her—

This wasn’t about commercial value.

It was about perfection.

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Soon, Cruella took over the set entirely.

Her presence overwhelmed even the director.

She barked orders at everyone—including Charlize.

The only reason she didn’t grab Katie by the ears and direct her personally...

Was because she assumed the tiger couldn’t understand.

Henry, however, was sweating slightly.

If my girlfriend accidentally lets the tiger bite someone...

The entire shoot unfolded in a storm of shouting, chaos, and frantic energy.

And somehow—

It worked.

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