Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Chapter 287

Quinita’s words were like a brand seared into Elysia’s heart. When she first made this decision, the had pergered here for rejection. What she hadn’t expected was that they not only didn’t oppose her best actually apported her choice

Maybe this is what family is all about. Family was the kind of bond where people trily considered each other’s feelings. where love didn’t become a chain that imprisoned anyone.

Phoebe stood at the top of the staircase on the second floor, taking in the entire scene. Watching them compromise for Elysia’s sake, her eyes grew moist. ‘It’s so good. Elysia has finally found a family who loves her, the thought

Wiping away the tears that had spilled from the corners of her eyes, she composed herself and pretended the hadn’t seen anything. She bounced down the stairs with a carefree air.

In one swift motion, she looped her arm through Elysia’s, her voice dripping with playful feeling, “Elysia. I’ve changed my

clothes.”

Then, as if noticing the others on the couch for the first time, she flashed a smile. “I feel like you guys were talking about me behind my back while I was gone, weren’t you?” Phoebe raised an eyebrow, clearly teasing,

Elysia tapped her finger lightly on Phoebe’s forehead, her tone equally playful. “Of course, we talked about you while you weren’t here. If we did it in front of you, it wouldn’t be a secret, would it?”

“Elysia, I think you’re bullying me, but I can’t prove it.”

“So I’m not bullying you.”

“That’s just twisting words. I’m ignoring you now.” With that, Phoebe turned her head to the side, pretending to be upset

Elysia knew she wasn’t really mad, but she still softened her tone with Phoebe. “Alright, I’ll stop teasing you. I’ve decided to go back to Sivro.”

She spoke seriously, and though Phoebe had overheard their conversation earlier, she still feigned surprise. “Have you made up your mind?”

about you? What are you

she just spoke her mind. “Me? I’m

back with you.”

me?” Phoebe’s eyes widened in shock. Elysia nodded and explained, “If I don’t go

the cabin. Everyone except Edward, Quinita, and Yehoshua

raised an eyebrow, clearly confused.

was about to explain when Edward spoke up. “She must be one

completely misunderstood.’ But decided not to correct him. Being seen

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Yehoshua was even more confused now. ‘Elysia was just a kid.

the owner of Arc House. Is it really

widened in shock. “The owner of Arcanum House!”

by Yehoshua’s reaction. Javier glanced at

anyone

Holden raised an eyebrow, trying to recall the message he’d sent Yehoshua that day. He’d been so excited about finding Elysia that he’d completely forgotten to mention

he could finish, Fabian cut in. “I only told Yehoshua about the reunion party that day. I forgot about

He was offended. “Fabian, that’s such a-” He caught the

“Pathetic.” But as soon as he said it, he noticed Fabian’s gaze and quickly added, “Uh, I didn’t

finally looked away, and Javier let out a long breath, visibly relieved. Only Yehoshua remained frowning. Ever since he’d returned from training, it seemed like he’d missed

of his lips lifted slightly. ‘From now on, I’ll always be by Elysia’s

was looking at her, Elysia was also observing them. Her eyes swept over each of them, stopping when they met Yehoshua’s. Their gazes locked, and a sweet smile spread across her face. ‘Having a family makes me feel