Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Chapter 146

Chapter 146

About twenty minutes later, the car pulled up to the Rosewood residence. Through the window, Elysia immediately saw Bella pruning branches in the garden, appearing quite content after her being away for a few days.

As the car stopped, Elysia opened the door and stepped out. Just as her feet touched the ground, Mary rushed toward her, her face lighting up with joy. “Elysia, you’re back,” she exclaimed.

Elysia nodded but didn’t say anything. Instead, her eyes were focused on Bella, filled with scrutiny and curiosity. She knew it wouldn’t be long before the truth would come out.

Bella must have sensed Elysia’s gaze, as she looked up, their eyes locked. Bella’s expression changed instantly; gripping the scissors tightly, she abruptly snipped off a branch. ‘How could she return so soon?‘

Elysia noted the shadow of sadness in Bella’s eyes, a faint smirk appeared on her lips as she turned to head inside the house.

Mary quickly grabbed Elysia’s suitcase and followed her inside, wondering why Bella was treating Elysia so unkindly, especially given Elysia’s lovely nature.

It was clear that Bella had changed during Elysia’s absence; her spirits had noticeably brightened. Mary sighed as she recalled how Bella had previously acted towards Elysia.

Elysia had a tough life; she grew up away from her parents, finally reunited with them, only to be met with her mom’s disfavor. Unfortunately, as just a maid, Mary felt helpless to support Elysia in this situation.

Once they reached the second floor, Elysia opened her bedroom door and smiled at the refreshed decor. It looked much nicer now. Stepping inside, Mary set down the luggage before leaving respectfully.

Elysia looked closely at her room’s arrangement and, at that moment, her phone rang. She pulled it out and answered.

“Elysia, are you happy with the renovations?” Caius’s voice came through, full of eager flattery.

“Yes,” she replied simply.

Caius chuckled on the other end. “As long as you’re happy.”

After ending the call, Elysia walked to the living room, settled onto the sofa, and crossed her legs in a relaxed manner, even though her heart was anything but calm.

but after a long time with no sign of her, Elysia figured that Bella was deliberately avoiding her. Deciding to address the issue, she stood up and walked outside.

garden. Looking over, she spotted Bella sitting in a chair, enjoying a cup

her, and upon seeing her, Bella’s expression soured. “What are you doing

if you don’t want to see me, I really want to see you,” Elysia replied, sitting down.

she locked eyes with Bella and teased, “It’s only been a few days, yet you grew gray hairs?” Panicking a bit, Bella immediately

on Elysia’s lips; every woman wants to look her best. For someone like Bella, who was getting older, taking care of herself was essential. Any hint of aging, especially gray hairs, would be

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me check, Elysia said, standing up and

find it?” Bella asked, a hint of urgency in her tone.

slightly, grabbed a few strands of Bella’s hair, and with a quick pull, yanked them out. Bella felt a delicate sting on her

a feigned look of embarrassment. I’m sorry; I must have

painfully clear that her dislike for Elysia was not without its reasons–Elysia was certainly not being

hand, Elysia offered a charming smile. “I’m truly

discreetly tucked the hair into

She proceeded to the study and knocked softly on the door. Inside, Scott’s authoritative voice boomed. “Come

Scott pinching the bridge of his nose, looking troubled. His expression changed upon noticing her, and he said

seems to be the matter?” Elysia stepped closer and

didn’t give it

“It’s just work.”

stress too much. Take

she spoke, her hand slowly moved to his head, applying gentle pressure. Scott visibly relaxed and said contentedly, “You really know how to take