Chapter 9

Chapter 9

Joycelyn’s smile froze. She took back what she said about him not being petty.

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Ellison wanted to take her out for breakfast, but she absolutely refused to go with him, worried they’d be recognized. With no other choice, he went to get takeout instead.

“Don’t even think about eating in the car,” he warned, his perfectionism showing.

“I’ll wait,” she promised, hugging the paper bags despite her growing stomach. It wasn’t until they reached city hall that she finally started wolfing down her breakfast.

The city hall proved wonderfully efficient–twenty minutes for paperwork, and that thin paper now declared them husband

and wife.

Staring at the marriage license, reality hit Joycelyn like a thunderbolt. She was now Mrs. Grant. She had actually gotten married, and to Ellison Grant of all people.

“What about your family?” The question slipped out before she could stop it

Just my grandmother. My parents passed early.” His matter–of–fact tone masked any emotion. “Tll take you to meet her.”

His uncomplicated family structure surprised her. ‘Much simpler than my mess, she thought with relief.

“Great. Anything I should know?” she asked carefully.

Just convince her we’re madly in love.” His expression remained neutral despite the loaded request.

entrance. “Let me get some flowers–what’s her favorite?

need for that. Let’s go straight up,” he

touch something in him. While Ellison appeared relaxed about the visit, Joycelyn felt nervous about meeting his grandmother, After all, the elderly lady was his only family–no parents, no siblings–and here he

inside,” he said,

insisted, adjusting her mask nervously, clearly anxious about being

himself, he tossed his keys to a valet and followed her, hands in his packets, gaze coolly

here?” She moved like a guilty mouse

his eyes studying

beautiful after all she muttered, taking tiny steps to maintain

help staring–especially young women who whispered and pointed at his model–worthy looks.

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Chapter 9

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it on.” Joycelyn thrust an unopened mask

that embarrassing?” he

you’re too good–looking. What happened to keeping a low profile?” Her eyes darted nervously above her

a word, he grabbed the mask and slipped it on. The mask only enhanced his forbidden attractiveness, like

good spot, buzzing about who this handsome guy

just disappear and get away from the gorgeous superstar

her.

shot the two girls a chilly glance. His imposing presence was enough to silence the chattering girls, who immediately cowered in fear.

She wondered if she should be covered head to toe next time, though it was not like they would be going

call me?” Ellison asked,

shiver run down

eyes narrowed dangerously, a hint of displeasure darkening his otherwise composed features. The depth of his gaze carried an undeniable

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