Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

Chapter 29

Joycelyn wasn’t in the best mood that morning, so she focused on work to distract herself.

Aurelia went to HR and returned with a new work badge, grinning and keeping her head down as she tried not to laugh.

“Congratulations to our Aurelia, now promoted to Director!” Selene teased, making a playful face.

It was only then that Joycelyn noticed Aurelia had come back from HR. “Congrats on the promotion, Aurelia! From now on, it’ll be ‘Director Finch Joycelyn clapped and cheered.

“Thanks to everyone’s support,” Aurelia replied with a smile. “And I owe it to Joycelyn’s good luck. How about I treat everyone to lunch? My treat!” The office burst into cheers at her offer.

“Sorry, I have plans, Anna Davidson, Linda’s assistant, said coolly, rejecting the invitation.

Their small team had split into two factions.

One group, led by Anna, mostly supported Linda and made up the majority of their department. They were constantly flattering Linda, hoping to take advantage of her connection with Ellison for career opportunities.

The other group, led by Aurelia, Joycelyn, and Selene, was a no–nonsense team who didn’t play office politics and preferred. to focus on getting their work done.

“Alright, I won’t keep everyone waiting. Joycelyn, Selene, let’s go!” Aurelia said.

“Sure,” Joycelyn immediately agreed.

Selene, equally excited, whispered something in Aurelia’s ear.

Aurelia nodded. ‘Sounds good. I’ll make a reservation. We’ll go to that star-rated restaurant next door. We get a discount with our work badges,” she said with a mischievous grin.

“Always thinking of us hardworking employees, our amazing Director Finch!” Selene complimented, lost in her thoughts. “Hey, do you think Mr. Grant doesn’t have any scandals because he’s into men? With his body and that powerful aura, he’s definitely got that emperor vibe,” Selene suddenly blurted out.

Joycelyn, who had been drinking water, immediately choked and started coughing violently. Her soft, pale face turned bright red from the coughing fit.

“Joycelyn, are you okay? That was some serious coughing.” Aurelia asked.

“I’m fine, just choked on air,” Joycelyn said quickly, waving her hand to signal she was okay.

“Take it easy, you’re getting all worked up.”

“I’m not worked up. Joycelyn muttered, wiping her mouth with a tissue, trying to avoid Selene’s cheeky gaze.

put on a sly grin.

narrowed her eyes. “You’re definitely

innocent, pure girl,”

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constant teasing, she wouldn’t have gotten so drunk that night and ended up in that awkward situation with

flush. She quickly turned her attention back to her work to distract herself.

head to the restaurant. It was only a ten–minute

You’ll be our protector now that you’re Director!” Selene and Joycelyn

to that drinking party yesterday, I wouldn’t have gotten this lucky, Aurelia said

Aurelia. Mr. Grant definitely noticed your

as they walked, and Joycelyn soon

earlier.

restaurant, Selene told the other two to go

waiting for?” Joycelyn

go ahead and order. I’ll catch up in a minute,” Selene said just as her

“We’re here, where are

phone, Joycelyn glanced curiously in the

and grab a table. Mr. Grant said I’ll be getting the Director’s salary this month, so today’s meal

cheeks flushed slightly, still feeling a bit shy.

they would eat up so much of her budget. She also didn’t want to accept too much

and more at ease accepting others‘ kindness–after all, she could always return the

they arrived, they chose a quiet, cozy corner to sit.

went off to the service desk, probably to use her employee discount. Joycelyn settled down and started flipping through the

returned, and to Joycelyn’s surprise, she was accompanied by a tall, handsome

over six feet tall, with an air of refined elegance and the poise of a

my college friends, Ronny Downs.

and, with a polite smile, extended his hand.

his hand, offering a polite smile in return. “Hello,

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at the annual meeting. Ronny

dark eyes widened as she tried to recall where they

only crossed paths from a distance. It’s perfectly fine if you

huh? That’s exactly how