Chapter 252

Chapter 252 Elysia raised her brow slightly. ‘Eighteen?‘

Just think about his age, Ryan certainly didn’t have the qualifications to plan such things. Besides, he had only come to the Evans family after her “demise“.

Elysia thought, ‘If he really is behind all this, why didn’t he hide himself among the Evans family from the start and just poison me to get rid of me quickly? Why go for such complicated tricks?”

“Elysia, is something bothering you?” Fabian asked, noticing her worried look.

Elysia said, “Not really. By the way, Fabian, how is it that someone so young can be a butler?”

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“Ryan is a straightforward guy. Since he started working here, he’s been hard–working and careful; he never makes mistakes.

After the last butler left, our parents chose him for the position.”

Elysia nodded, starting to understand. From any angle, Ryan didn’t seem to be the one behind all these schemes. Still, there was something unsettling about him.

Elysia wouldn’t believe that her instincts were wrong; sometimes, not finding any real flaws in someone could mean there’s deeper deceit at play.

However, she had bait that might draw out this sneaky predator. A subtle smile appeared on her lips. After going back to her room, Elysia picked up her phone and called Jack for a video chat.

Seeing her face made Jack light up with happiness. “Elysia, everything is going well, right?”

Elysia said, “Yes, it is. I have something important to tell you.”

Noticing how serious she looked, the elders quickly straightened their expressions. “Elysia, what is it? Please, go on.”

Elysia said, “I’ve returned to the Evans family. And I’ve realized that all those before were just a misunderstanding. They haven’t forgotten me; I just didn’t know.”

She added, “They’re not like the Rosewood family, and I think it’s time I embrace them. I’m sorry for not saying this sooner.”

A moment of shock washed over them, quickly followed by laughter, although their eyes were glistening with unshed tears. Jack said, “Elysia, if you’re willing to accept them, it brings us so much happiness.”

Though Leo and Max wished for Elysia to stay close to them forever, they knew that one day they would leave this world, and she would be left all alone.

They wanted to prevent that from happening. Now that Elysia had returned to the Evans family, their concerns were lessened.

This was worth celebrating.

Leo beamed. “Jack is right, Elysia. We’re so happy. You’ve gained a family, which fulfills our greatest wish.”

Max added, “Yes, Elysia, don’t worry about us. Your happiness means more to us than anything.”

Tears filled Elysia’s eyes. It seemed that, no matter the situation, the elders always thought about her wellbeing. Their smiles hid a deeper sadness, for sure.

Elysia said, “Thank you.”

“You’re too polite! Are you trying to win the ‘Most Grateful Person‘ award?”

Hearing Jack’s playful remark, Elysia wiped her tears and chuckled. “Not at all. You just love to tease me.”

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Then, remembering something, she continued, “The Evans family sent a helicopter to pick you up. It already took off; it should arrive in about an hour.”

Jack felt a bit confused but could guess why the Evans family did this. ‘Elysia’s return must mean they have a lot to discuss. But what role do we play in all this?‘

After ending the call, Elysia dialed Phoebe’s number. Phoebe’s eyes widened in surprise when she saw her name, and she quickly pressed connect. “Elysia, I heard you went to Jorlandia. How did it go? Did you meet anyone from the Evans family?”

Elysia said, “You have a real talent for guessing. Maybe you should think about a career in fortune–telling.”

“Elysia, this isn’t a prediction; it’s just a logical deduction.”

“Alright, logical deduction.”

“I can still sense a hint of sarcasm in your voice.”

“Not at all.”

“Elysia, if you keep this up, I might just stop talking to you.”

Elysia quickly replied, “Please don’t. I was wrong. Phoebe, I called because I need your help.”

“I knew you had something up your sleeve. What is it?”

“In an hour, a butler from the Evans family will arrive. I need you to spread the word about that woman being held by us.”

“What’s the goal of that?”

A playful smirk appeared on Elysia’s face as she replied, “That woman is my bait; whether I catch the big fish relies on her.”

Phoebe was puzzled, unsure about the bait and the big fish, but she decided to hold back her questions. Elysia always had a plan, and whatever Elysia did would surely make sense in the end. She would just follow along.

Phoebe said, “Don’t worry. I’ll take care of it.”

After hanging up, Elysia stood by the window, phone in hand. If everything went as she expected, the real mastermind behind everything would soon be revealed.

She refused to believe that the butler had nothing to do with what happened in the past. Even if he wasn’t the chief instigator, he must have had a significant role to play.

‘How is Yuna making progress with her investigation?‘ Lost in thought, she was suddenly interrupted by a notification. Elysia checked her phone and found messages from Yuna with a document attached.

Yuna: [Elysia, I’ve looked into the people who entered the hospital around the time of Mrs. Evans‘ childbirth. One person fits the criteria; he started working at the hospital three months before Mrs. Evans gave birth.]

Yuna: [Interestingly, he left the hospital right after her childbirth.]

Elysia opened the document and froze when she saw the photo; it was indeed Ryan.

The man in the photo was a younger version of Ryan.

Elysia thought, ‘How foolish he was to infiltrate the hospital under his real identity for three months just to switch me out. Did he really think no one would find this out?

‘After achieving his goal, why did he return to the Evans family afterward? And how did he learn about my identity as Arcanum Master?‘

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Chunger 252 Vay booked on the gonery, a slysulle spread across tur lips. Soon coough. Ryan would answer these 3/3