Pampered By Power: The True Heiress Returns

Chapter 282

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Elena looked at the woman beside her, holding her hand a bit tighter. She used to think Lydia was cold and

unfeeling, never showing concern for her. But today, her heart felt warm.

No matter what reasons there were before, she only trusted what she felt at this moment-that her mother, Lydia,

also deeply loved her.

Suddenly, Lydia started coughing violently. Elena quickly patted her back, watching her face turn paler, feeling

worried. “Mom, are you okay?”

Lydia couldn't speak, but to not make Elena worry, she raised her hand to show she was fine.

Elena couldn't believe it and looked at Olliver, who said, “Lydia has been sick for a while and hasn't improved.

We've consulted many doctors, but they just say it's because of too much anxiety and prescribed smedicine

to help her

recover.

“We originally didn’t plan to tell you about this, but-

Olliver didn’t finish his sentence as Lydia spoke, “Elena, | heard you were coming hand got excited. | rushed

over here. Do | look a mess now?”

Elena shook her head, fixing the stray hairs on both sides. “Not at all, Mom. You look beautiful.”

Elysia watched the heartwarming moment between the three of them. In her heart, she felt happy for Elena.

Sometimes, she thought she and Elena were very much alike, but at other times, they seemed so different.

She shifted her position and sat next to Lydia. Her hand accidentally brushed against Lydia's pulse. She carefully

examined Lydia's complexion for a while before letting go of her hand.

Elena noticed her action and was watching her closely. When Elysia nodded, Elena’s previously anxious heart felt

mostly relieved, although she still remained a bit worried.

Olliver and Lydia didn’t notice Elysia’s action at all; all their attention was on Elena. Their gaze was softer than

ever as if they were looking at a rare treasure. Perhaps it was because of a past loss that they becso

cautious now.

“Elena, when | cover, | saw a gazebo over there with some

writing on it. I'd like to go take a look. Would you join me?”

Elena understood Elysia’s intention-she wanted to have a private talk. So she nodded. “Sure, I'll show you the

way.”

Even though Olliver and Lydia were a bit reluctant for their daughter to leave, Olliver said, “Elena, make sure you

and Elysia have a good look around the garden. Oh, take Ava with you too.”

Elysia’s eyes fell on Ava, and with just one glance, Ava understood her intention. So she said, “Mr. and Mrs.

Shelton, I'll stay here to keep you company, alright?” Ava’s tone was gentle. Olliver and Lydia were worried she

wanted to stay because of

them

Just as they were about to say no, Ava added, “You don’t get it. I'm really lazy. Even taking a few steps is too

much for me, so please don’t askto go out.”

Upon hearing that, Olliver and Lydia finally nodded. “Alright. Just let Elena take Elysia out. You can stay here,”

Olliver said. “Okay, thank you,” Ava said, looking at Elysia and Elena, and waving at them as if to say, “Leave it

to me.”

Seeing that, Elysia and Elena started walking toward the door, making their way until they reached the gazebo,

where they finally stopped. “Elysia, how did the pulse reading go earlier?” Elena asked.

Noticing Elena’s worried look, Elysia quickly said, “Don’t worry, she’s fine. She's just been overthinking things. I'll

give her sremedies, and she’ll be well in about a week.”

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Elens finally felt completely at ease and let out a long sigh of relief. “Along as she’s alright, she said, before

turning gratefully to Fivela “Thank you, Elysia?

Fiveta smiled and sand. Till protect everything you care shout, int Elena, for Mrs. Shelton, this is a matter of

emotions. 1 might be able in help her physical condition, but | can’t heal her heart. Have you figured out what to

do next?”

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Elena's eyes were a bit vacant, the really didn’t know. This time, coming back had cleared up past

misunderstandings, and everything seemed to be going in a positive direction. But now she found Lydia was ill

Elena had no idea if she could return to Sivro without any distractions. But if she didn’t go back, she’d miss her

friends.

Seeing Elena remain silent, Elysia didn’t push her. After a while, Elena suddenly asked. “Elysia, do you think I'm a

bad person?”

“Of course not” Elysia said.

Hearing that, Elena looked up at her. “How can you say that without even askingwhat | meant?”

Elysia replied, “We should judge people with our hearts, not just our eyes. If you were a bad person, you wouldn't

stand up forrepeatedly, nor would you feel guilty about the past.

“I know what's on your mind, Elena. If | were in your place, | might not do as well as you. So don’t blyourself

anymore. What has happened isn’t your fault. You're doing great, really great.

Looking into Elysia’s serious eyes, Elena reached out and hugged her. Friends didn’t need many words, just one

glance and they knew what was on each other's mind. No matter how others saw them, in each other's eyes,

they were always the most special.

Elysia reached out and gently patted her back. “I'll say it again, no matter what you do, I'll always support you

unconditionally.”

After she finished speaking, she added, “I'll have Yuna bring over the medicine soon. Once it’s ready, Mrs.

Shelton will feel better in no time.”

“Thank you, Elysia.”

Seeing Elena’s watery eyes, Elysia playfully scolded, “You've cried enough today to last a lifetime. It's not good

for your eyes, and besides, we're best friends, so there's no need to stand on ceremony.”

“Alright.”

In the largest mall in Jorlandia, Phoebe, dressed simply, was accompanied by a few strikingly handsmen,

attracting the attention and stares of passersby.

“Those guys are ridiculously good-looking. Are they celebrities?”

“I think they're way better looking than any celebrity, but the girl with them is so ordinary. | can’t even tell the

brand of her clothes.”

“Tellabout it. She looks like a country bumpkin. | honestly don’t know what those guys see in her.”

“These days, even country bumpkins have admirers.”

A few women nearby were gossiping about the group walking toward them. Their voices weren't exactly low, and

Phoebe could hear every word. She raised an eyebrow and glanced at them but decided not to make a fuss.

After all, the guys with her were pretty remarkable. It was hard not to get noticed. She could understand their

feelings; it was

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The woman cried out in alarm, “Robbery. Quick, catch him!”

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