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.

If I wear it, won’t people start gossiping? Everyone knows I’m

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

grabbing his wrist and taking the ring from him.

10.”

with a small circle of diamonds–understated and not too expensive. It wasn’t flashy, just a

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

it.” Ellison gave a brief glance at her, his tone i

and Joycelyn got into her car while Ellison

the other, with Ellison trailing behind her

it came time to park. Joycelyn deliberately waited a bit longer. There was an empty charging spot next to the garage, and it

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locked his car and gone building

e into the

the employee cafeteria for breakfast. Fortunately, the events of yesterday seemed to have blown over–no one was gossiping or

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

a ring! A new Cartier one! I saw it online the other day–it’s worth over 20 thousand dollars Selene grabbed Joycelyn’s hand, running her fingers over her smooth skin like a

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

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

yet. Come on, spill it, which handsome guy won you over?” Selene teased, lifting Joycelyn’s chin with a

response, but the mention of the price caught

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

Let me see!” Selene was practically bouncing with

her right hand. “We’ve only just started dating, so there aren’t any pictures

than Mr. Downs?”

think he’s the most handsome man I’ve ever

kind of man who could 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

have time. He’s really busy,” Joycelyn laughed, letting Selene play with

well for himself, too. This is a couple’s ring, right? I heard they cost over 40 thousand dollars. He bought a matching pair