Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

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Chapter 280

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Elysia and her friends were already in the car from the Evans residence. The car drove along the tree–lined road, leaving the behind. Elycka silently watched the scenery outside the window. She knew Phoebe really appreciated the thank–you gift she received

Elysia recalled the moment Phoebe first met her brothers, and that sparkle in her eyes was something she would never forget Growing up together. Elysia knew exactly what was on Phoebe’s mind.

Phoebe, though fond of beauty, was kind–hearted and knew her limits. If she weren’t, Elysia wouldn’t have entrusted her brothers to her so easily.

The intimidation was just a casual joke between them. Even if it hadn’t been a joke, Phoebe would never have given her the opportunity.

Be in hot water? No way. She must’ve been foreseen today and been well prepared from the start, Elysia wondered. She was sure nothing would happen to her brothers.

The car stopped in front of the Shelton residence. As the group stepped out, they looked at the impressive iron gate, nearly ten feet tall. Even before stepping through, they could feel the place’s solemn and dignified aura.

Elysia held Elena’s hand and rang the doorbell. Henry, the butler, opened the door. A quick flash of surprise crossed his eyes when he saw Elena, but it vanished quickly. He slightly bowed and welcomed them inside. “Ms. Shelton, please come in with your friends

After they entered the gate of the Shelton residence, flowers and plants were everywhere, typical of a mansion. However, what caught Elysia’s eye was the gazebo over the water.

were words written on the two gazebo pillars, but they were too far for Elysia to see clearly. So, she turned her head, deciding not to

they arrived at the living room. Besides a few

your father returned from the party last night, he asked the servants to clean the entire Shelton residence. I guess it was to

explain why at the time. I thought the servants were slacking off and planned to address it later. Now I know it’s because you’re back. By the way, Mr. Shelton is in the study.

Elena nod, Henry finally turned and walked toward the study. Elena stayed where she was, looking at the spot at the corner of the stairs where

the happiest times of her life. She didn’t have to study, and everyone in the house was very

her face, she guessed

Elena’s hand. Feeling the gentle squeeze, Elena turned to look at Elysia, a slight smile on her lips as if to tell Elysia not to worry and that she

steps slightly hurried, but when he saw Elena, he slowed down. His expression was a bit stiff, but his eyes were filled

be making a big effort to manage his emotions, afraid of making even the smallest mistake. Elysia had met him twice now, and he gave off a different vibe

seemed cold, but there was something behind his eyes. Yet on the surface, he looked like a robot–cool

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pointing to the couch behind Elena. His voice was honest and straightforward, and one

that this was her home and she shouldn’t be so reserved. Her gaze fell on the couch behind her, and then she

and said, “Henry, please brew a pot of coffee. Well, forget it. A pot of bubble tea instead. Elena doesn’t like

made Elena’s eyes widen. ‘Dad, how come…”

after drinking coffee for a long time, changing the taste once in a while

not convinced by his words, Olliver composed himself and, after a long silence, spoke again, “Elena, ever since you left Jorlandia, I’ve thought a lot. I was too

you should take over the Shelton family, but I forgot to consider your feelings, making you miss out on much of the

be what binds someone like you for life.

you know how happy I was when your uncle called me

friend?”

kind of dad who always loved his kids but just didn’t know how to show it.