Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

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.

“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

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

That was some serious coughing.” Aurelia asked.

choked on air,” Joycelyn said quickly, waving her hand to

getting all

wiping her mouth with a tissue,

put on a

“You’re definitely up

I’m just an innocent, pure girl,” Selene

by raising their glasses to Aurelia, toasting her promotion.

little while.

Selene and Aurelia who were talking excitedly, with Selene treating Ronny like an old friend. She wasn’t shy about venting her frustrations with Linda, almost

anyone about this, okay? I still need to work under

Ronny replied with a smile, playing the role of waiter.

cutting the steaks. With a fork in one hand

steak. Be careful, it’s hot,”

Mr. Downs. You’re so thoughtful!” Aurelia took the plate with both hands, clearly appreciative.

said, not used to being fussed over like that. She politely declined when Ronny tried to take her

trouble, the steak is too hot. You don’t want

cutting steak for people. This pasta is really good too. You should try it,” Selene said, pointing to a small dish of pasta.

couldn’t argue with Selene, so she reluctantly put down her knife and fork. “Thanks, Mr.

Ronny replied with a gentle smile.