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.

wash and iron everything. Save you some money,” she said, standing up and giving

huh?” Ellison’s eyes

hand over the money you’d have spent on new clothes,” she added with a cheeky grin.

her forehead lightly. “Greedy little thing.”

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were going to stick with a

of it.

flawed or after something. In this case, settling for his money didn’t seem

said, zipping up the suitcase and leaving behind

handle it.” Ellison grabbed the handle from her without waiting for a reply.

to lifting a finger, he seemed pretty comfortable

but you’re thoughtful too. I think I’m falling for

“Mrs. Grant, you’ve been hanging around Leon too much. His bad habits

sounded dismissive, the faint smile

“Leon is not so bad. Honestly, he’s kind of entertaining. Makes

and comedy, and

started snapping pictures of the

camera capturing shot after shot. Occasionally, she pointed it at Ellison, but the lens quickly shifted away,

on my phone. If someone found them, I’d be doomed,” she teased, snapping a quick

the only photo they had was the one on their marriage

new phones tomorrow, ones

off guard. “Wait, are you

this

a picture,” Ellison said casually, his

Maynard smiled. Her smile was especially bright under

ones with dual systems. You know, where different passwords open separate setups. Can I get one of those?” she asked, her tone playful but

too? I’ll grab a couple for you.” Ellison replied smoothly, his voice dripping with effortless charm. That was all it

everything felt light and uncomplicated, like they

wind on the deck was wild, tossing their

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and carefree, while Ellison leaned closer

forehead, partially covering his eyes, but it

expression softened into something warmer,

it for a while, smiling to

before–too self–conscious. But now, seeing herself in the frame, she felt… content. Confident, even.

though their relationship had its give and take,

thought, slipping her phone back into her pocket as

her feet hit the soft sand, a sharp voice broke through the serene beach atmosphere. “I don’t care who Ms. Wilson is, and no, I’m not taking any photos! I said I don’t have