Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Chapter 362

At the entrance of the villa, Zane halted and glanced at Elysia. She was glued to their joined hands, staring intently, completely unresponsive.

He raised an eyebrow and smirked. “Elysia, are you waiting for me to open the door?”

At that, Elysia’s gaze slowly shifted to him, and she looked a bit lost. When she noticed the playful grin on Zane’s face, irritation bubbled inside her.

927%

53

Without hesitating, she yanked her hand free. Her long fingers quickly punched in a few numbers on the keypad, and a cheerful “ding” echoed as the door clicked open.

Zane reached out for her hand again, but she gracefully sidestepped him.

Feeling a bit deflated, he realized she was upset with him.

Walking behind Elysia as she hurried inside, he noticed she was about to trip on the stairs. Acting fast, Zane stepped forward and grabbed her wrist. With a gentle tug, Elysia stumbled right into his arms.

Still fuming, Elysia shot him a glare that could freeze fire.

She pushed him away, creating a bit of distance. “Mr. Hartley, please keep your distance. You know, boundaries.”

Zane blinked in surprise, wondering, ‘She’s calling me Mr. Hartley? What’s with the sudden distance?”

“Elysia- he managed to say, but she cut him off.

“If you have nothing else to discuss, you can leave now, Mr. Hartley.” With that, Elysia pivoted sharply and walked off.

Watching her storm away, Zane was momentarily stunned. If he didn’t chase after her, she would stay mad much longer.

Zane quickened his steps and reached for her arm, but she pushed him away with surprising strength. Not hesitating, Zane scooped her up around the waist.

“What do you think you’re doing?” Elysia gasped, her eyes wide with disbelief. She squirmed, trying to break free from his hold.

tightened his grip, unwilling to let her go.

down. Leaning in, he placed

head away, avoiding eye contact.

and their closeness added tension. His breath tickled her neck, sending shivers down her spine.

eyes warm. “Is it because I held your hand?

Elysia didn’t answer, he continued, “If you didn’t like it,

of not being

wanted everyone to know who she

1/3

92%

Chapter 362

He couldn’t hurt Elysia, not even a little bit. But every time he saw her,

Elysia didn’t like

worry flooded his mind. Deep down, he felt a painful twist

he said

as she stared at Zane. ‘A proud guy

Elysia started to wonder if maybe she had gone too

speak, Zane reached out, wanting to mess up her hair playfully.

about to turn and leave, a small hand grabbed the corner of his suit. “Are you really going to leave me like last time?

turned around, confused. Elysia was holding out her arms, pretending to want him to scoop her up

gentle smile, he wrapped his arms around her. But as soon as he lifted her, Elysia’s legs wrapped around his waist like 9 a little sloth clinging on.

I don’t want you to fall,” he said, tightening his hold around her waist. “I thought you

and Elysia’s tone softened. “If I didn’t

heart skipped a beat.

can’t believe you don’t even know why I’m mad,” she pouted. “Why did you laugh at me just now?”

did I do that?” he asked.

your eyes. And your lips were curved up! Don’t think I didn’t see,” she insisted, narrowing her eyes playfully.

So, she wasn’t mad

Elysia didn’t truly reject him after

laughing?” Elysia reached up, gently pressing the corner of his mouth with her fingers. “Do you think I’m not reserved enough? Is

way he held