Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

Chapter 140

Chapter 140

“We’re about to dock. Finish up, and we’ll head down,” Joycelyn called out as she came back inside.

She started tidying up and gathering her things, leaving Ellison to his meal.

“Don’t rush,” he said, not bothering to move.

“Take your time. I’m not exactly quick at packing anyway,” she sal, folding clothes efficiently as she worked.

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Her hands worked quickly, sorting everything with practiced ease. Even without ironing, she folded shirts so neatly they could’ve come straight from a store display,

The movements were so smooth and precise, it was the kind of thing that could satisfy anyone with a touch of OCD.

Ellison watched her for a moment before commenting. You’re pretty good at that

“I used to work retail during summer breaks. I folded shirts all day,” she said with a proud little smile, stacking the folded pile to the side.

Folding Ellison’s clothes, though, felt oddly different. It wasn’t just a chore; it gave her a sense of belonging.

It was like her life had quietly settled into this new rhythm as a wife, one she hadn’t expected but somehow felt right.

Joycelyn shook her head to snap herself out of the thought.

“Why are you shaking your head? What’s going on in there?” Ellison asked, his curiosity piqued as he polished off his meal.

“Nothing you’d get,” she shot back with a playful pour.

Ellison raised an eyebrow and took a final sip of his drink before strolling over to her.

“So, who used to handle all your clothes? William?” she asked, glancing up at him.

“At the office, yeah. At home, the housekeeper,” he replied with a shrug.

“And who does the washing?” she pressed, her brows furrowing in curiosity.

There wasn’t a maid around, and the butler rarely showed up. The guy was practically a mystery.

He smirked. “No one. I never wear anything twice.”

Joycelyn stared at him, momentarily speechless.

everything. Save you some money,”

huh?” Ellison’s

you’d have spent on new clothes,” she added

flicked her forehead lightly.

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thought back to Lucy’s advice, “If you were going to stick with a man, you’d

of it.

they were flawed or after something. In this case, settling for his money didn’t seem like the worst

zipping up the suitcase and leaving behind anything

handle from her without waiting for a

lifting a finger, he seemed pretty comfortable doing things

drop–dead handsome, but you’re thoughtful too. I think

you’ve been hanging around Leon too much. His bad

sounded dismissive, the faint smile on his lips betrayed him.

laughed, brushing it off. “Leon is not so bad. Honestly, he’s kind of entertaining. Makes life a

a mix of chaos and comedy, and shook her head. That guy really

snapping pictures of the

after shot. Occasionally, she pointed it at Ellison, but the

you look amazing in photos, but sadly, I can’t keep any of them on my phone. If someone found them, I’d be doomed,” she teased, snapping a quick shot of him before turning her camera

the only photo they had was the one on their marriage certificate. No personal couple shots, no

a few new phones tomorrow, ones just for private use,” Ellison said,

caught off guard. “Wait, are you

this

take a picture,” Ellison said

smile was especially bright under the sun.

is enough, but I heard there are ones with dual systems. You know, where different passwords open separate setups. Can I get

Ellison replied smoothly, his voice dripping with effortless charm. That was all it took to melt away Joycelyn’s

that moment, everything felt light and uncomplicated, like they were just a normal couple enjoying each other’s company.

and held up her phone, taking their first selfie together. The wind on the deck was wild, tossing their hair

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grinned wide, bright and carefree, while Ellison leaned closer to the camera.

covering his eyes, but it

distant expression softened into something warmer, almost

at it for a while, smiling to herself.

had always avoided selfies before–too self–conscious. But now, seeing herself

and take, it was making her a better person.

phone back into her pocket as they stepped

beach atmosphere. “I don’t care who Ms. Wilson is, and no, I’m not taking any photos! I said I don’t have