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.”

nodded. “Hi, I’m Logan Jackson, the youngest

raised an eyebrow. ‘Isn’t he supposed

as my second family. Since Logan

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

to elder

brother.”

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you don’t want to be my brother?” Elena teased.

said that. Being your brother is a

suddenly seemed to realize something and looked surprised. “Elysia, does this mean

added, “Being an

be envious. How about I ‘lend‘ you my brothers for a couple

do you want to lend?” Fabian walked over with a strong presence, leading a group of three.

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about to answer when Ava quickly covered her inouth and whispered, “Don’t lend them out. I wouldn’t dare take them.” She let go of Elysia and

you dare?” Elysia leaned

they refuse to lend themselves, then

Fabian and

it for you. If possible, it’s better to give it for free to avoid the hassle of getting it

‘Give it directly?‘ he to lend out the four of

his mind.

not just the four of them. From what Elysia mentioned earlier, it seemed like she included me in the deal,

too.‘

something she could casually 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 someone!‘

she had completely overlooked Logan, who had witnessed the whole deal of her “lending” him

I…” Elysia stammered.

remember I’m still here?” Logan

“I promise, this won’t happen again.”

sure?” Logan teased.

baffled and turned to 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 what I

to cover for her. “Elysia just wants… she wants to lend the

room?” Javier raised an

chimed in, “Elena and Ava are staying