Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

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Chapter 273

Chapter 273

Elysia reached out, gently held Elena’s wrist, and said nothing. She could tell Elena and Olliver weren’t close and could sense Elena’s emotions, but she didn’t know what to say to comfort Elena.

Sometimes, a simple touch was enough to show support. It was like saying, “You still have me. That was what Elysia wanted Elena to feel, even if she didn’t say it out loud.

“Elysia, do you think I made a mistake?” Elena asked quietly.

Elysia looked toward the door and said slowly, “I remember when I first learned about my background. I didn’t want to acknowledge the Evans family, and you told me that you’d support me no matter what.

“I feel the same way today. We’re not bound by right or wrong. We just need to be there for each other. So, you didn’t mess up. You just said what you truly felt. And that’s okay.”

Elena looked at Elysia calmly. “Thank you, Elysia.”

Ava stood to the side, listening to their conversation and piecing together what had happened earlier. She was pretty sure about Elena and the man who Elysia had called Mr. Shelton–they were father and daughter.

But why they were estranged was beyond her. Only Elena could explain that. Ava watched Elena’s profile and followed Elysia’s lead, holding Elena’s other wrist.

With both hands held tightly by her friends, Elena felt a lot more at ease. She glanced at Ava, then back at Elysia. She wasn’t the same person she used to be. At least, she wasn’t alone anymore. She had friends–more than one.

Most of the guests had left the party by now, and Logan finally had a moment to walk over. His gaze swept over the group and landed on Elena. He smiled warmly and said, “Long time no see.”

“Yeah, it’s been a long time,” replied Elena.

“Logan, are you only seeing Elena? What about Ava and me? Are we invisible? And you talk about strong sibling bonds? Seems like it’s just talk,” Elysia teased.

Logan laughed, “Are you jealous, Elysia? I was thinking of greeting one person at a time. I saw Elena first, so naturally, I greeted her first.”

“In the end, you noticed Elena first,” Elysia pouted, pretending to be annoyed.

Elena glanced at her sideways. “Elysia, if you keep teasing me, I’ll be upset.”

Her voice sounded harsh, but there was no anger in it. Elysia knew she was just joking. Being able to joke meant she was feeling better–at least a little.

Logan and Elena already knew each other, but it seemed like he hadn’t met Ava yet. Elysia pointed to Ava and said, “Logan, this is Ava Brown. She’s my friend, too.”

the youngest of

brother?” Elena raised an eyebrow. ‘Isn’t he supposed to be her cousin? When did that

Elysia explained, “I’ve acknowledged the Jackson family as my second family. Since Logan is younger than my fourth brother, he’s the youngest of my elder brothers now.”

and saying, “That’s right. But you have no idea how tough it

to elder

brother.”

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you’re saying, it sounds like you don’t

Being your brother is a blessing for me,”

to realize something and looked surprised. “Elysia, does this mean you have

Ava added, “Being an only child, I really

about I ‘lend‘ you my brothers

want to lend?” Fabian walked over with a

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to answer when Ava quickly covered her inouth and whispered, “Don’t lend them out. I wouldn’t dare

Elysia leaned in

a strong presence. If we can’t reach an agreement and they refuse to

Fabian and the other three approached.

possible, it’s better to give it for free to avoid the hassle of getting it back,” Javier said

looked at Javier. ‘Give it directly?‘ he to lend out the four of

to himself in his mind. ‘If he

From what Elysia mentioned earlier, it seemed like she included me

too.‘

admit. She wondered, ‘If my brothers find out I confidently offered to lend them to Ava, they’ll probably be furious. Oh, wait, I forgot

looked gloomy. Her heart skipped a beat. In her rush, she

I…” Elysia stammered.

remember I’m still here?” Logan said.

promise,

sure?” Logan

Logan for an explanation. Sensing their stares, Logan was about to speak when Elysia coughed lightly and said with an awkward smile, “Logan, you know

said, trying to cover for her. “Elysia just wants… she wants to lend

room?” Javier raised

“Elena and Ava are staying