Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

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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.

a sly

“You’re

innocent, pure girl,”

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it weren’t for Selene’s constant teasing, she wouldn’t have gotten so drunk that night and ended

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

to the restaurant. It was only a ten–minute walk, so

you! You’ll be our protector now that you’re Director!” Selene and Joycelyn both linked arms with Aurelia.

to that drinking party yesterday,

so talented, Aurelia. Mr. Grant definitely noticed your abilities,

three of them laughed and chatted as they walked, and Joycelyn

earlier.

to go ahead and find

are you waiting for?”

in a minute,” Selene said just as

here, where are

Joycelyn glanced curiously in

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

Joycelyn’s cheeks flushed slightly, still feeling a

money was tight, she dreaded team lunches because they would eat up so much of her budget. She also didn’t want to accept too much help

ties with certain people, she felt lighter and more

they

but Aurelia went off to the service desk, probably

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

refined elegance and the poise of a young nobleman. His presence was both graceful

college friends, Ronny Downs.

with a polite smile, extended his hand. “Hello, I’m

stood up and shook his hand, offering a polite smile in return. “Hello, just call me Joycelyn.”

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at the annual meeting. Ronny

blinked, a bit surprised. Her dark eyes widened as she tried

from a distance. It’s perfectly fine

thought, “Wow, she’s amazing huh? That’s exactly how I