Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Chapter 193

As Ava finished speaking, Elysia’s phone buzzed. Seeing Justin’s name pop up, she paused for a moment, then hit the accept

button.

But on the other end, Justin didn’t say anything right away. It felt like he was struggling to find the right words,

Elysia didn’t rush him. After a moment, she finally heard his voice, “I’ve heard about what happened. Don’t be too upset. No matter who you are, I’ll always be your friend.”

“Thanks, I’m okay. You don’t need to worry.”

Elysia replied in a calm tone that didn’t sound like someone who had been crying, Justin let out a sigh of relief, “As long as you’re alright. Take care of yourself.”

“Ok.”

Just then, Bianca walked out of the classroom and spotted Justin on the phone. If she guessed right, he was talking to Elysia.

Ever since Elysia’s situation spread around school, Justin hadn’t had a single smile on his face. It was no surprise he was calling her now.

Bianca felt a pang of jealousy towards Elysia. She thought, ‘Why does she get to be so cared for by Justin? Why does he always seem so cautious around her? Does he really fear for her that much?

In the time she had known Justin, only Elysia could make him act differently than himself.

After hanging up the phone, Justin’s mood had noticeably lightened. As long as Elysia was okay, he knew she was strong and would overcome anything.

At the Arcanum House, several friends watched Elysia with expressions of disbelief. Ava was the first to break the silence, “If it weren’t for Elysia, I would have never guessed that cold, distant Justin would have this side to him.”

Alice pouted, mentally griping, ‘Justin knows to call Elysia, but Zane is still being a stubborn blockhead, not even making a call himself! Serves him right for being single.

‘No, no, no! He can’t stay single forever. After all, he is my uncle. How could he remain a bachelor his whole life? I hope the love gods are kind to him and help him get together with Elysia soon!

Holden, sensing some juicy gossip, quickly interjected, “Who’s the guy you’re talking about?”

it wasn’t the right moment. Instead,

he could tell that man had feelings for his sister Elysia. He thought, ‘I need to make sure anyone

and I am not about to let anyone take

say them out loud. With a relaxed smile, he

Ava opened her mouth to respond, a servant walked in, bowing slightly. “Excuse me,

Mr. Hartley, Elysia instantly knew who that was. A quick glance at Alice

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excitement off her face, She had gotten a bit

earlier.

He might not have called, but at least he was here in person. That was better than Justin’s

let him in.”

“Yes, master.”

gathered around a stone table, and Zane’s gave landed on Elysia. Seeing her

greet him,

surge of jealousy immediately. He thought, ‘Who is this guy that Elysia was calling Mr. Hartley? She has never showed such respect

again, he looked so familiar. No matter who he was, anyone who’s after her is a foc.

quickly stepped forward to block Elysia and extended his hand, “Hello, Mr. Hartley, I’m

his hand, replying in a deep voice, “Hello, Holden. I’m

on magazine covers and in countless articles,

His own brother was a big player in the business world

please keep your

stance and felt a touch of

the others didn’t want to be caught in the crossfire. They quickly

Elysia nod, they dashed away, leaving just the three of them in the courtyard, which felt

here to see Elysia, so could you step aside?” Zane said firmly.

implied it was time for Holden

not moving! If you want to see her, go right ahead! But once you’re done, you can leave, Holden retorted, refusing to budge.