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?”

spill the beans, but then realized it wasn’t the right moment. Instead,

He wasn’t blind; he could tell that man had feelings for his sister Elysia. He

I am not about

say them out loud. With a relaxed smile, he said, “Of course I’m

walked in, bowing slightly. “Excuse me, Master,

at Alice confirmed her suspicion; that

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Alice quickly wiped the excitement off her face, She had gotten a bit too

earlier.

called, but at least he was here in person. That

let him in.”

“Yes, master.”

with Zane, they noticed a group of people gathered around a stone table, and Zane’s gave landed on

her feet to greet him, “Mr. Hartley, please have a

guy that Elysia was calling Mr. Hartley?

looked so familiar. No matter who he was, anyone who’s after

quickly stepped forward to block Elysia and extended his hand,

shook his hand, replying in a deep voice, “Hello, Holden.

remembered seeing him on magazine covers and in countless

own brother was a big player in

my sister is still young, so please keep your distance,” Holden added, raising an eyebrow.

watched Holden’s protective stance and felt a touch of warmth

be caught in the crossfire. They quickly stood up,

just the three of them in the

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

was time for Holden

But once you’re done, you can leave, Holden retorted, refusing to budge.