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    Alexander’s expression grew stern. “From today on, you three will take turns watching over your sister. No one is toy a hand on her.”


    Jeffry’s sharp instincts immediately kicked in. His features tightened, eyes cold as ice. “Who bullied Elena?”


    Jolie’s face clouded with worry. “It’s those from Foiclens. They’ve been troubling her. If Wesley hadn’t intervened yesterday, I shudder to think what could have happened.”


    Those from Foiclens? The Reeds? The Griffiths? Jeffry’s expression darkened, a storm brewing behind his eyes.


    Louis jumped up, his face deadly serious. “Anyone targeting Elena is in for a world of pain.”


    His mind raced with countless ways to teach the guilty parties a harsh lesson. He could easily turn their lives upside down with some well-ced scandals.


    Ellis, usually the mostposed, now frowned, his demeanor hardening.


    Jeffry rose from his seat, his voice sharp as ice. “I’ve been careless. I’ll arrange private security for her.” He was already considering elite operatives, even lethal options if necessary.


    Ellis, ever pragmatic, chose a simpler approach. He reached into his coat and produced a clear vial, handing it to Elena. “Spray this on anyone who crosses the line.”


    It was a powerfulpound he had crafted himself—potent enough to incapacitate arge elephant with a single drop.


    Then Ellis handed over a second vial. “This neutralizes it. Always inhale this first before using the toxin. If you identally get sprayed, it won’t be a problem.”


    Elena epted both vials, touched by Ellis’s practicality. “Thank you, Ellis.”


    Ellis remained calm. “No need to thank me.”


    Not to be left out, Louis chimed in, “Come to my room. I’ve got an arsenal of self-defense gadgets you can choose from.”


    Elena shook her head. “That won’t be necessary, Louis.” She med herself for dropping her guard. Normally, no one could touch her.


    She turned to Jeffry. “I don’t require protection. This was a fluke. It won’t happen again.”


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    Still concerned, Jolie pressed on. “Elena, you should listen to them. Better safe than sorry.”


    Alexander silently nodded in agreement.


    Elena paused, recognizing their genuine concern. To ease their minds, she approached Louis. “Louis, try to catch me now.”


    Louis blinked, bewildered. “Elena, are you sure you’re alright?” He almost asked if she was thinking clearly but bit his tongue to avoid upsetting her.


    Elena was insistent. “Aren’t you worried about me? Come on, give it a try.”


    Louis finally understood. He hesitated, unsure whether to be gentle. He didn’t want to hurt her.


    Yet, the instant his hand brushed hers, he found himself sprawled on the floor, disoriented. He blinked up at the ceiling, baffled. Elena had pulled back on her strength just enough to restrain him, leaving him t on the floor without causing harm. The force was perfectly calcted, leaving him confused but unharmed.


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