Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Phoebe’s mind flashed back–Elysia had mentioned before that Arcanum House was too far, and she’d gotten a new place in Royal Bay.

‘Wait a minute… Is there a connection between Zane and that house in Royal Bay?‘ she wondered. Then the realization hit her. Her gut said Elysia might be willing to give up a lot for just one man. It was a tough pill to swallow.

Thinking about it, Phoebe realized she’d never seen Elysia so open to someone else’s kindness, especially from a guy.

She took a good look at Zane, then rested her chin on her hand, nodding thoughtfully. ‘He’s… not bad looking, she thought. ‘No wonder Elysia’s acting different around him.

Phoebe knew Elysia had a soft spot for good–looking people just like her, but she had more self–control. She could admire others without losing sight of her goals, unlike Elysia, who could get carried away with just one look.

“Phoebe, Phoebe?” Elysia nudged Phoebe gently, pulling her out of her daydream.

“Huh? What’s up?” Phoebe blinked, snapping back to reality.

“What were you thinking about just now? You seemed really deep in thought,” Elysia asked, her eyes curious.

Phoebe forced an embarrassed smile. Those thoughts were better kept to herself, especially around Elysia. With her limited combat skills, she’d be in for a tough time if Elysia found out.

Phoebe shrugged like it was no big deal. “Oh, nothing much. I was just thinking about when we’re gonna head out.”

Elysia raised an eyebrow. She didn’t believe Phoebe. She’d seen her looking stressed earlier–it wasn’t just about leaving. Elysia glanced at Zane, realizing Phoebe’s thoughts were about him, though it was unclear what exactly she was thinking.

Zane felt Elysia’s gaze and smiled, meeting her eyes. His look was full of warmth and affection.

Elysia was the first to look away. She awkwardly cleared her throat. “Uh… We can head out now.”

“Okay,” Zane replied, his lips curving into a smile. Just one word, but the happiness in his voice was clear as day. He was looking forward to seeing Elysia more often.

The group piled out of Arcanum House and made their way to Royal Bay. Alice hooked her arm through Elysia’s and leaned her head on her shoulder, looking totally at ease.

Phoebe, feeling a pang of jealousy, thought Alice had stolen her spot in Elysia’s heart. She wasn’t about to be left out, though, so she grabbed Elysia’s other arm and leaned on her too.

her, staying quiet. They could lean on her all they wanted,

driving. As soon as the thought popped into her head, she shook it off. ‘My mind is getting way too unreliable these days,’ she thought.

smiled. “Elysia, if you ever need it, my shoulder’s always here for you,” he

felt embarrassed. She glanced at the clueless girls beside her, still leaning on her. She sighed in relief and decided to play dumb. It was easier than dealing with awkward glances and

Bay, it pulled up in front of a villa. The group climbed out and

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was the first to speak. “Zane, is this

“Yeah,” Zane replied.

close.” She grabbed Elysia’s hand and pointed to another

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away. She recalled Zane mentioning his villa in Royal Bay was close to hers. Now she knew exactly what

head back first,” Zane

then let go of Elysia’s hand. “Elysia, let’s go to

Elysia nodded,

away. But after a few steps, she turned back. “Hey… Phoebe, do you want to

sudden mention of her name caught Phoebe off guard. She pointed to herself. “Wait, are you

of course,” Alice

go by yourself.” She stopped herself, realizing it sounded

next to them and then grabbed Elysia’s hand. “Hey, Elysia, give me the

pulled the keys out of her pocket, and handed them over.

the keys and walked into the villa without looking back. Just like that, it was

Zane looked as handsome as ever. “Did you just say living

of charm

just shrugged and said, “Yeah, it does put

an eyebrow. “What else?” he

glanced at Zane, her voice wavering a bit. “And… it brings me a

ruffled her hair. “I’m glad you’re here,” he said, his voice warm. In the cool night air, his smile looked even more inviting.

should head back soon,” he