Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

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Chapter 37

Chapter 37

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“It’s nothing.” Joycelyn shook her head, quickly suppressing the smile that had been creeping onto her face. She forced a neutral expression and casually inspected the new furniture in the living room.

Aside from the artwork on the walls, everything had been completely replaced. The speed and efficiency with which it was done–thanks to the power of money–was truly impressive.

The air was filled with an awkward tension neither of them could quite explain.

Joycelyn glanced over at Ellison, who was standing by the kitchen counter, drinking water. After a moment’s hesitation, she spoke up. “Uh, it’s getting late. How about we grab breakfast at the office?”

“Okay.” Ellison finished his water and responded in a low, steady tone.

Joycelyn, feeling nervous, didn’t dare to say anything more.

They walked in silence to the elevator, heading for the garage to get their cars.

Ellison walked ahead, while Joycelyn followed behind like a little shadow, her gaze fixed on his tailored pants and polished shoes.

When the elevator doors opened, Joycelyn saw him step inside and immediately followed.

Ellison stood tall and composed in the corner of the elevator, casually pressing the button for their floor. Just as the doors were about to close, he extended his hand to her,pffering a ring.

“What?” Joycelyn froze for a second, her dark eyes blinking in confusion. She took a closer look, realizing it was indeed a ring. She looked up at him, utterly taken by surprise.

“Put it on. That way, no one will try to set you up with anyone,” Ellison said coolly, his face unreadable, his tone as calm and commanding as always.

“But… it’s a ring. If I wear it, won’t people start gossiping? Everyone

you don’t want to wear it, fine,” Ellison interrupted, his voice still steady. “I’ll announce it tomorrow, so no one gets

taking the ring from him.

10.”

diamonds–understated and not too expensive. It wasn’t flashy, just a plain wedding band. No fancy ring

this out? It’s nice,” she said, admiring the ring as she turned her hand to get a

a brief glance at her, his tone

got into her car

the garage one after the other, with Ellison trailing behind her car

time to park. Joycelyn deliberately waited a bit longer. There was an empty charging spot next to the garage, and it was the perfect place to park. She easily slid her car into the

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Ellison had locked his car and gone

e into the

Fortunately, the events of yesterday seemed to have blown

settled in for work, Joycelyn’s calm morning was suddenly interrupted by Selene’s loud

I saw it online the other day–it’s worth over 20 thousand dollars Selene grabbed Joycelyn’s hand, running her fingers over

was that this simple- looking ring, which didn’t even

No way, this is such a simple ring. It

had time to catch up yet. Come on, spill it, which

a response, but the mention of the price caught her off guard.

turned into my boyfriend.” Joycelyn explained, her usually composed face flushing

me see!” Selene was practically bouncing with

her

better–looking than Mr. Downs?” Selene

a smile. “I think he’s the

of man who could make someone as traditionally reserved as her act on impulse–if she were drunk, she might just throw caution to the wind.

When you get a chance, bring him out so we can meet him. Let’s all have a meal together and check him out,” Selene said, grabbing Joycelyn’s hand again and gently running

really busy,” Joycelyn laughed,

a beautiful ring. Your boyfriend must be doing well for himself, too. This is a couple’s ring, right? I heard they cost over 40 thousand dollars. He bought a matching pair for both of you as soon as he snagged