The Real Heiress Rules the World

Chapter 242 Astro’s Authority

Lucas felt utterly helpless.

Astro walked over as well. “Shoo, shoo, can’t you see the girl just finished her dance and is tired?”

He took Sloane’s hand. “Come on, let’s go upstairs and get something to eat.”

Sloane hesitated, glancing at the banquet guests. “But what about the guests?”

“Aren’t Jim and Lucas still down here? Leave it to them.” With that, he dragged Sloane upstairs without another word.

“The main reason for tonight was to tell everyone you’re my treasured disciple. Anyone thinking of messing with you better think twice.” Astro brought Sloane up to the second floor.

He let out a cold snort, eyes filled with disdain. “Those so–called upper–class elites are nothing but suck–ups. You don’t need to bother with them, and you definitely don’t need to waste time on useless socializing. With the Raylan family backing you, if anyone even dares touch a hair on your head, I’ll make sure they regret it.”

A wave of warmth rose in Sloane’s heart. She knew Astro truly cared about her–his protectiveness came from genuine affection.

smiled

you and Lucas? Be honest- did

a cold huff. “I’ll deal

burst into laughter. “You’ve got it wrong. I was the one

story behind the engagement and

“That’s what happened.”

shock as he listened, completely stunned.

calmly. “Yes. Before the Rivers family brought me back, I had been learning medicine in the mountains with

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slowly nodded. “For someone your

a brilliant healer. But she’s always lived in seclusion in the mountains and has no interest in the affairs of the

looked at Astro. “If there’s ever a chance, I’d love to introduce

a hand. “We’ll talk about that later. If your master prefers peace and quiet, don’t disturb

ordinary person, but he didn’t