Chapter 280

No Ads Chapter 280 12 Mar Chapter 280 82% 1 423 Elysia and her friends were already in the car from the Evans residence. The car drove along the tree–lined road, leaving the behind. Elycka silently watched the scenery outside the window. She knew Phoebe really appreciated the thank–you gift she received Elysia recalled the moment Phoebe first met her brothers, and that sparkle in her eyes was something she would never forget Growing up together. Elysia knew exactly what was on Phoebe’s mind.

Phoebe, though fond of beauty, was kind–hearted and knew her limits. If she weren’t, Elysia wouldn’t have entrusted her brothers to her so easily.

The intimidation was just a casual joke between them. Even if it hadn’t been a joke, Phoebe would never have given her the opportunity.

Be in hot water? No way. She must’ve been foreseen today and been well prepared from the start, Elysia wondered. She was sure nothing would happen to her brothers.

The car stopped in front of the Shelton residence. As the group stepped out, they looked at the impressive iron gate, nearly ten feet tall. Even before stepping through, they could feel the place’s solemn and dignified aura.

Elysia held Elena’s hand and rang the doorbell. Henry, the butler, opened the door. A quick flash of surprise crossed his eyes when he saw Elena, but it vanished quickly. He slightly bowed and welcomed them inside. “Ms. Shelton, please come in with your friends After they entered the gate of the Shelton residence, flowers and plants were everywhere, typical of a mansion. However, what caught Elysia’s eye was the gazebo over the water.

There were words written on the two gazebo pillars, but they were too far for Elysia to see clearly. So, she turned her head, deciding not to ask further.

Following Henry, they arrived at the living room. Besides a few servants cleaning, there were no other people around.

Ms. Shelton, after your father returned from the party last night, he asked the servants to clean the entire Shelton residence. I guess it was to welcome you back, Henry said. Hearing that, Elena scanned the living room silently.

Henry continued, “Mr. Shelton didn’t explain why at the time. I thought the servants were slacking off and planned to address it later. Now I know it’s because you’re back. By the way, Mr. Shelton is in the study. I’ll go inform him you’re here.”

Seeing Elena nod, Henry finally turned and walked toward the study. Elena stayed where she was, looking at the spot at the corner of the stairs where she remembered falling and hitting her head as a child.

Those were the happiest times of her life. She didn’t have to study, and everyone in the house was very caring toward her.

Elysia wasn’t sure what Elena was thinking, but from the look on her face, she guessed Elena was recalling something either happy or sad.

Elysia tightened her grip on Elena’s hand. Feeling the gentle squeeze, Elena turned to look at Elysia, a slight smile on her lips as if to tell Elysia not to worry and that she was fine.

Just then, Olliver came out, his steps slightly hurried, but when he saw Elena, he slowed down. His expression was a bit stiff, but his eyes were filled with happiness.

He seemed to be making a big effort to manage his emotions, afraid of making even the smallest mistake. Elysia had met him twice now, and he gave off a different vibe each time.

He seemed cold, but there was something behind his eyes. Yet on the surface, he looked like a robot–cool and distant. It reminded her of the first time she met Edward–the same feeling.

1/2 11:50 Wed, 12 Mar Chapter 280 “Elena, don’t just stand there. Take a seat, Olliver said, pointing to the couch behind Elena. His voice was honest and straightforward, and one could still hear a hint of happiness.

Elena seemed to realize that this was her home and she shouldn’t be so reserved. Her gaze fell on the couch behind her, and then she glanced at Elysia and Ava, nodding slightly before they all sat down on the couch Olliver also came over and sat on another side of the couch. He looked at Henry and said, “Henry, please brew a pot of coffee.

Well, forget it. A pot of bubble tea instead. Elena doesn’t like coffee Olliver’s words made Elena’s eyes widen. ‘Dad, how come...”

“Actually, after drinking coffee for a long time, changing the taste once in a while can be quite an experience Olliver said.

Seeing Elena stay silent, seemingly not convinced by his words, Olliver composed himself and, after a long silence, spoke again, “Elena, ever since you left Jorlandia, I’ve thought a lot. I was too restrictive before; it was my mistake.

“I always thought you should take over the Shelton family, but I forgot to consider your feelings, making you miss out on much of the joy your peers had. Life is short; if one can’t live according to their own wishes, what’s the point?

“The future of the family shouldn’t be what binds someone like you for life. You should be yourself Olliver smiled and added, “Elena, do you know how happy I was when your uncle called me that day, saying you made a friend?”

He spoke like any dad would in a casual chat. At that moment, Elysia suddenly got it–Olliver was the kind of dad who always loved his kids but just didn’t know how to show it. Behind his usually cold way was a careful, protective love.

Elena watched Olliver and remembered that it had been a long time since she last saw him smile like that.

Tears welled up in Elena’s eyes, blurring her vision. Olliver’s smile instantly disappeared. He was thrown into confusion, looked at Elena, and asked, “Elena, did I say something wrong?”

Elena shook her head repeatedly, trying hard to hold back her tears, but they still fell. She raised her hand to wipe them away and then looked at Olliver with a faint smile. “I’m fine.”

Olliver was momentarily taken aback by her smile. His daughter had smiled at him. Suppressing the joy in his heart, he turned around and saw Henry still standing there. He frowned slightly. “Henry, why are you still here?”

Henry snapped out of his shock and was about to walk away when Elena suddenly said, “Please wait. Today, I want to have some coffee.” She smiled at Henry as if all past grievances had been resolved at that moment.

The Shelton family was known for its scholarly heritage, adhering strictly to coffee culture. Back then, Elena always wanted to rebel and drink bubble tea instead of coffee.

Naturally, Olliver opposed her actions and tried to stop her every time. However, the more he tried to stop her, the more rebellious she became.

Looking back, Elena realized she had just been a typical rebellious teenager. But truthfully, she never really liked bubble tea.

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