Chapter 133

Chapter 133

“Lucy, don’t deny yourself. You deserve the best,” Joycelyn said. Hopping her from downing her drink, her clear eyes full of sincerity.

Lucy’s hand paused, and she smiled gently, teasing. “You’re pretty, so I’ll listen to you this time.”

“Cheers, no matter what, as long as we love ourselves, we can overcome anything,” Joycelyn said, raising her glass to clink with hers.

Lucy’s smile froze for a moment, but then her expression softened even more. “If you think so, I’m not worried anymore.”

Joycelyn also smiled and took a sip of her juice.

“Let’s eat. How long are you staying in Virelia?” Joycelyn asked, picking up her fork and eating as she spoke.

Talking about work, Lucy’s expression briefly turned serious, but she quickly masked it, replying lightly, Tll return once the contract is finalized”

Lucy answered truthfully but didn’t ask about Joycelyn’s plans.

Sometimes, knowing too much wasn’t good.

She knew when to stop and not pry into private matters.

After dinner, they chatted for a long time.

They talked about their university days, work, and shared past experiences and gossip that they wouldn’t normally discuss with others.

Unknowingly, the flight attendant announced that the plane was about to land.

“Have you booked a hotel? Are any other colleagues with you?” Joycelyn asked, a bit worried about Lucy being alone in a foreign country,

“It’s fine. I’ve been traveling for years. Business trips are like second nature to me, Lucy said, packing her bag with a tone full

of ease and fearlessness.

“Alright, if anything happens, remember to call me. He’s a good person and can take care of things, Joycelyn said gently.

Being in a foreign country made her a bit worried.

They both knew without saying that “he” referred to Ellison.

When the plane landed, Joycelyn and Lucy got off the plane and waited by the side.

a while, Ellison came down the

188 cm tall, he stood as straight

his long legs

black suit, Ellison’s chiseled face and deep eyes made

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Lucy could

they meant by stunningly

a unique charm

husband is so handsome.

captivated by Ellison’s charm, yet she still worried about

Joycelyn fell silent.

Joycelyn almost wanted to cover her

wind at the airport was loud, and there was no one else around.

front of the boss,” Lucy, who knew proper etiquette, said.

after hearing

got off

helped her with her luggage.

more careful next time,” Joycelyn whispered,

to them and stopped. “William, arrange for someone to take this lady to the Grant Group hotel and make all necessary arrangements, Joycelyn,

she stared into the deep eyes of the man in

obediently, Joycelyn said, “Alright, please take good care of my friend.” She was very grateful for Ellison’s

no trouble. I’ve already booked a hotel, Lucy politely declined,

has many businesses here. You’re Joycelyn’s good friend, so it’s only right

filled with an

a shadow over the two girls, and his calm, commanding presence

kinds of

to refuse anymore and could only

Joycelyn her suitcase in front of everyone. It seemed like he

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you.” Joycelyn

his subordinates to escort Lucy to the Grant

the hotel, including a private car and tramlator. Miss Barrett can use these services as she wishes, and if there’s anything needed, the hotel manager will personally take care of it,”

felt a bit overwhelmed by the treatment.

regular worker, she originally

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