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.”

“Hi, I’m Logan Jackson, the youngest of

an eyebrow. ‘Isn’t he supposed to be

Elena’s confusion, 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

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

to elder

brother.”

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what you’re saying, it sounds like you don’t want to be my

Being your brother is a blessing for

surprised. “Elysia, does this mean

then Ava added, “Being an only child, I really envy you.”

you my brothers

lend?” Fabian walked over with

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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

If we can’t reach an agreement and they refuse to lend themselves, then I’d

Fabian and

If possible, it’s better to give it for free to avoid the hassle

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

to himself in his mind.

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

too.‘

It wasn’t 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,

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

I…” Elysia stammered.

still here?” Logan said.

“I promise, this

you sure?” Logan teased.

looked 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

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

raised

“Elena and Ava are staying