Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

Chapter 10

Chapter 10

Ignoring Joycelyn’s pleading glances about the marriage license lison settled into his chair with the air of an honored guest.

“Get well soon, Grandma. We need you for the wedding ceremony,” he announced casually.

A jolt of panic shot through Joycelyn. “Wedding ceremony? That hadn’t been part of their deal.

Reading her alarm, he added smoothly. “Nothing elaborate–justan intimate family gathering at home.”

Relief softened Joycelyn’s features. A small ceremony seemed manageable.

“Finally, something to live for!” Isolde’s face glowed with newfound energy as she beamed at Joycelyn.

“Indeed–you’ll need your strength to spoil those great–grandchildren!” Luna joked.

Joycelyn’s head snapped toward Ellison, but he merely offered that infuriatingly calm smile.

Outside the hospital room, Joycelyn’s face buried beneath her mask. Though she’d refused the priceless bracelet, her new grandmother–in–law had pressed a wooden box of modest gifts upon her.

Ellison carried the box, watching with amusement as his wife practically fled down the corridor.

“This is a private facility,” he remarked, matching her pace effortlessly. “Complete discretion guaranteed”

“I know,” she mumbled. This was clearly a premium medical facility–she could tell from the upscale environment.

“Then why the cat burglar routine?” He cracked open the box, letting the diamond light dance briefly. “These were Grandma’s 18th birthday gifts. She must see something special in you.”

“We can’t accept these!” She halted abruptly. “They’re far too valiable.”

“That emerald bracelet was my

grandfather’s engagement gift, le mentioned casually. “Or did you prefer that instead

“No! They’re both too much.” Her whisper held real panic. On her entry–level salary, such luxuries belonged in another

universe.

take me as your husband but balk at a

locked, sending heat rushing to

here.” She darted

one eyebrow raised

gathered her courage, asking, “Are we heading to the office now?” He responded with a simple “MI”

should take a separate taxi. Best to avoid any gossip.

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like some junior assistant trailing her imposing

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with her gentle, refined

do you usually commute?” he

in bad weather, she answered

lips curved. Did you have a driver’s

Curiosity brightened

car today. Tomorrow you’ll choose

tabloid fodder!

Mr. Grant. But I can’t handle million–dollar cars,” she protested, shaking her head

almost made him laugh. Walking closer, he tilted her chin up. “You weren’t this shy when exploring my abs

flooded her face. Her whole body burned with embarrassment, her eyes flickering with protest.

drew enough attention–any scandal would destroy her life while leaving him untouched. Public opinion terrified her, especially given his status as the object of countless

not a fugitive,” he sighed. “Though I worry you’d

dropped. Tm nobody. You’re

be forever

she couldn’t trust him to protect

night. And then,

their car around and opened the

grab a cab!” She turned

We’re buying you something suitable.” Before she could protest, he’d settled her into the passenger seat with the

of car interests you?” he asked as he slid behind the

works fine,” she replied

my place. His tone held fond exasperation Ther scooter’s too slow.”

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