Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

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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 hesitated. “But… it’s a ring. If I wear it, won’t people

it, fine,” Ellison interrupted, his voice still steady. “I’ll announce it tomorrow,

immediately reached out, grabbing his wrist and taking the ring

10.”

platinum band with a small circle of diamonds–understated and not too expensive. It wasn’t flashy, just a plain wedding band. No fancy ring box, either Joycelyn

she said, admiring the ring as

it.” Ellison gave a brief

stepped out of the elevator, and Joycelyn got into her car while Ellison got

the other, with Ellison trailing behind her car at a leisurely pace.

There was an empty charging spot next to the garage, and

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she didn’t immediately get out of the car. She waited until Ellison had locked his car and gone building before she stepped out, careful not to make her little

e into the

of yesterday seemed to have blown over–no one was gossiping or whispering as she walked through the

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

Cartier one! I saw it online the other day–it’s worth over 20 thousand

a little creeped out by her intensity. But what really left Joycelyn stunned was that this simple- looking ring, which didn’t

ring. It must’ve only cost several hundred dollars,” Joycelyn said,

It’s a brand–new release–counterfeits haven’t even had time to catch up yet. Come on, spill it, which handsome guy won you over?” Selene teased, lifting Joycelyn’s chin

response, but the mention of the price caught her

turned into my boyfriend.” Joycelyn explained, her usually composed face flushing slightly. She’d known Ellison for about two years, ever since she started working at the

me see!” Selene was practically bouncing

her hand and covered the ring with her right hand. “We’ve only just started dating, so there aren’t any pictures yet.”

he better–looking than Mr. Downs?” Selene grinned, raising her eyebrows.

nodded with a smile. “I think he’s the most

make someone as traditionally reserved as her act on impulse–if she were drunk,

him out so we can meet him. Let’s all have a meal together and check him out,” Selene said, grabbing

He’s really busy,” Joycelyn laughed, letting Selene play with her hand.

ring. Your boyfriend must be doing well for himself, too. This is a couple’s ring, right? I heard they