Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

+23) 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.” Logan nodded. “Hi, I’m Logan Jackson, the youngest of Elysia’s elder brothers.” “Elder brother?” Elena raised an eyebrow. ‘Isn’t he supposed to be her cousin? When did that change?‘ Seeing 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 my elder brothers now.” Logan nodded, looking at Elena and saying, “That’s right. But you have no idea how tough it was to go from c to elder brother.” 1/3 Wed, 12 Mar Chapter 273 “From what you’re saying, it sounds like you don’t want to be my brother?” Elena teased. “I never said that. Being your brother is a blessing for me,” Logan said seriously. Ava suddenly seemed to realize something and looked surprised. “Elysia, does this mean you have five brothers now?” Elysia nodded and then Ava added, “Being an only child, I really envy you.” “Don’t be envious. How about I ‘lend‘ you my brothers for a couple of days?” Elysia joked. “What do you want to lend?” Fabian walked over with a strong presence, leading a group of three. 83% +23) Elysia was 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 stepped back. “Why wouldn’t you dare?” Elysia leaned in and asked softly. “Your brothers have such a strong presence. If we can’t reach an agreement and they refuse to lend themselves, then I’d be the one in trouble,” Ava said, laughing. As they were chatting, Fabian and the other three approached. “Elysia, what are you planning to lend out? Tell me, and I’ll take care of it for you. If possible, it’s better to give it for free to avoid the hassle of getting it back,” Javier said with a grin. Logan raised an eyebrow and looked at Javier. ‘Give it directly?‘ he to lend out the four of them, would he still agree so easily? muttered to himself in his mind. ‘If he knew Elysia meant Wait, it seems not just the four of them. From what Elysia mentioned earlier, it seemed like she included me in the deal, too.‘ Elysia kept quiet. 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, I forgot someone!‘ Elysia’s gaze landed on Logan, who looked gloomy. Her heart skipped a beat. In her rush, she had completely overlooked Logan, who had witnessed the whole deal of her “lending” him out. “Logan, I…” Elysia stammered. “Finally remember I’m still here?” Logan said. Elysia nodded, looking innocent. “I promise, this won’t happen again.” “Are you sure?” Logan teased. Fabian and the other three 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 know what I mean.” “Oh, it’s nothing,” Logan said, trying to cover for her. “Elysia just wants… she wants to lend the room.” “The room?” Javier raised an eyebrow, confused. Elysia quickly chimed in, “Elena and Ava are staying over tonight.” “Just let them stay over. There are many rooms at home,” Javier said. “I see,” Elysia replied. Fabian seemed to see through everything. He didn’t believe what they had just been discussing so happily was how they 2/3 Chapter 273 would share the room at nig Besides, Logan was event covering the the so anything pleasing, it was better der afterne de det g ber Ar that moment. Ava finally let our sight of Mer the honey The Elysia’s brothers sounds ridiculone Every thought the handle it next w my family. I don’t see having this family as something to be proud of. It’s more like a chain holding me back.” Elysia had heard parts of the story before, but now it hit her even harder. She felt a deeper connection this time like she was really walking in Elena’s shoes. It was those tough times that made Elena build a wall around herself, acting cold and distant to keep people away. It hurt Elysia to think about it. Ava listened in silence. She’d never imagined that the girl everyone saw as perfect had such a complicated past. Suddenly, she understood why Elena and her father were so distant. Elena grew up under strict rules, with parents who rarely showed affection, so it only made sense that their relationship had become strained. At that moment, Ava felt grateful for her own upbringing. Her family wasn’t as prestigious, but she’d grown up in a loving environment. Her parents adored her, never pushing her too hard and letting her do things her way. She wondered, ‘Maybe that’s the difference. The excellence of Elysia and Elena was tied to their pasts.” Before anyone could speak, Elena continued, “But now I realize that misunderstandings can actually be resolved. Maybe I’ve been too stubborn, only thinking about my own feelings and forgetting to see things from their perspective.”