Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Chapter 371

Chapter 371

Lindsey’s eyes welled up as memories of the past flooded back. The image of that pale–faced girl appeared in her mind again. The once blurry memories were now suddenly sharp and vivid.

Evelyn’s death was a loss felt by everyone.

If she were still alive and knew her sister was still here… she’d be so happy, right? Lindsey thought, wiping away the tears that had escaped her eyes.

She managed a small smile, though it was bittersweet. She made a firm decision–she would do what Evelyn never had the chance to do. She would take Evelyn’s place and make sure she was taken care of.

“Elysia, I’m leaving now,” Lindsey said, her voice trembling as she fought to keep her emotions in check.

Standing there, Elysia watched as Lindsey climbed into the Bentley without a second thought. The car’s engine roared to life, and it sped off without hesitation.

Elysia stayed frozen, her eyes following the car as it grew smaller and smaller until it was completely out of sight. Her gaze then dropped to the delicate gift box in her hands, her fingers absentmindedly tracing the edges.

A single thought kept running through her mind. Evelyn had helped Lindsey before.

Her heart gave a tight squeeze. A bitter smile tugged at her lips. Everyone had seen Evelyn, but she, her own sister, could only imagine what she looked like–through pictures.

‘If only she were still alive… how wonderful would that be?‘ Elysia thought.

A tear slid down her cheek, and she quickly wiped it away. But the bitter smile stayed, growing even sadder. She missed her sister.

Blood ties were funny like that. Even though they had never met, there was always that invisible thread connecting them. Just like how Elysia used to worry about Evelyn, now she was the one holding onto her memory.

Esther stood a short distance away, watching everything unfold before her.

‘Why? I’m Lindsey’s sister. So why is she getting a gift for that country girl?‘ Esther thought, her fists clenched tightly. Anger boiled in her eyes as she glared at Elysia.

Ever since Elysia returned, it seemed like everyone had taken her side. Olive spoiled her, and even Lindsey–her half–sister -was preparing a gift for Elysia.

people like this?‘ Esther thought, bitterness rising in her chest. ‘Why is everything suddenly going so well for

in Jorlandia, attending the same school as Esther, Esther tried so

the type to make friends. She didn’t let it bother her

were also rumors about Zane. He was always known to avoid women, never bringing one to any event. But today, he entered

then there was Jocelyn. Tonight, she treated Elysia like

ignored everything else, Lindsey’s actions still burned Esther

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who’s spent my entire life in Jorlandia, not good enough compared to a girl who grew up

standing in the night. Without a word, they started walking toward her, their steps slow

didn’t notice anyone approaching until a hand suddenly appeared above her head. Startled, she snapped out of her daze and looked up, confused, at the person who had touched her.

gentle smile on his face. “Elysia, what

eyes, a trace of sadness flashing across her face. “Javier… I just want to go home.”

and Fabian exchanged a quick look before turning their attention back to her. Both of them noticed something

been resting on her head, slid down to gently wrap around her

you, Javier,” Elysia said quietly, her voice barely above a

voice softened as he spoke again. “Not

Fabian standing beside her. She managed a

hand gently on top of her head, his warm eyes meeting hers in the

of Fabian’s soft, caring

Evelyn. She thought going back to the place where Evelyn had once lived would

her.

let’s head home,”

they heard laughter coming from behind them. Turning around, they saw Felix, Jocelyn, Edward, and Quinita walking out together, chatting and laughing. Zane trailed behind them, his face expressionless, giving nothing away

Quinita’s eyes landed on her, and she chuckled. “Where did

such a good girl. She won’t run off. I’ve got say, Mrs. Evans, I

to

need for us to envy each other. We both have little girls who are so loving. They take care of us,” Quinita responded smoothly, never shy about complimenting