Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

Chapter 212

Chapter 212

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When Isolde whispered to Mrs. Grant, the room fell deathly quiet. Every eye turned toward her, including Ruby’s, who first glanced at Leah, then locked onto Joycelyn, standing with the elegance of a black swan in her dress, commanding attention without a word.

Compared to Leah’s brief moment of discomfort, Joycelyn’s poise and composure radiated an aura that was anything but ordinary. She carried herself with a presence that seemed far beyond what one would expect from someone of her standing.

The atmosphere became tense with anticipation, and curiosity was palpable. The truth about the fake Mrs. Grant was on the brink of being exposed, and everyone could sense it.

Joycelyn was about to step forward when she noticed Isolde’s hand gesturing toward her.

“Sorry, excuse me,” a soft, hesitant voice came from behind.

Amid such a formal occasion, a middle–aged woman in a janitor’s uniform squeezed through from the corner, collecting the trash.

Out of the corner of her eye, Joycelyn caught something familiar. As she turned her head, her dark eyes narrowed in shock. It was Iris.

Perhaps the atmosphere was too stiff, and Iris attempted to look up, only to be met with a sneering remark from a nearby woman. “Who’s this cleaning lady? Stay away from me.”

Iris bowed and apologized, hurrying to continue wiping the table legs as if she were the lowest of the low in this opulent world.

In the past, Joycelyn would never have allowed anyone to treat Iris with such disdain. Even as a child, she stood up for Iris, protecting her from anyone trying to pick on her while selling goods on the street.

Things had changed now. Not only had Iris’s deliberate appearance added to her discomfort, but the earlier online smear campaign had turned the public against her, leaving her caught in an impossible situation.

Iris’s humiliation would become a laughingstock for the Grant family, and she would be left to play the part of a vampire, either extorting others or staging performances to attract attention.

Joycelyn’s hands clenched at her sides, her fingers tightening.

Ruby’s gaze flickered momentarily, a hint of smug satisfaction gleaming in her eyes.

women Ruby had bailed out, all to make things difficult

should leave. As for who the true Mrs. Grant is, those who attended the wedding have already met her. For those who haven’t, you’ll have to wait

stepped forward to ease the atmosphere.

use your help. I’ve just

“Dr. Mason,” Luna subtly dismissed Leah’s claim to the title of Mrs. Grant–something the

to argue. At this moment, her petty dispute with Ruby seemed

Iris? Didn’t she accuse you online a few days ago of being ungrateful and not supporting her?” Ruby

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lifted her head at the mention of Joycelyn’s name. Her eyes filled with awe when she

turned around, facing her calmly.

find the

mountain rain–sharp, unblemished, and unyielding. Even facing the

her smugness faltering in the face of Joycelyn’s sharp words.

cleaning lady, I assume it’s still work hours? Don’t forget to finish your duties before catching up with Joycelyn, or they might

captivated by Joycelyn’s elegance, and even Luna’s words had led them to believe this poised, elegant woman was Mrs. Grant. It now

prove anything–not at

stepped before Joycelyn. “Excuse me, Iris, we don’t need you here.

suddenly cut through the tension, deep and

sound of Isolde’s awakening, everyone instantly

Isolde in sitting up. “You’re awake at last, Isolde. How are you feeling? Is

her hand dismissively. “I’m fine, just a little too excited today. But I could have sworn I heard someone making things difficult for Mrs.

who was about to leave, but even Leah, who had been standing quietly at the side,

it into one of the most powerful families in

might be Mrs. Grant? We’re all so curious,” Mrs. Willows said with a polite smile,

paused, their curiosity piqued. “Isolde, might we have

murmured

chosen by Isolde, must surely be