Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

Chapter 247

Chapter 247

Two days later, it was time to return to the family estate. Joycelyn woke up early that morning, having trouble sleeping due to the upcoming event.

Joycelyn tossed and turned in bed, unable to sleep. Ellison, who had light sleep, was disturbed by her restlessness. After several attempts of her hand moving over his abs, he finally reached over and gently held her hand. “Mrs. Grant,” he said, his voice low, “If you can’t sleep, how about we do something else?”

After several days of taking medicine, Ellison’s throat had fully recovered. However, as he had just woken up, his voice stifl carried a hint of lazy hoarseness. It sounded even more captivating, giving off a sense of restraint.

Despite his voice, his actions showed no hesitation. He boldly took the lead, his hand lingering intently over Joycelyn’s waist. What had been an innocent gesture on her part now sent shivers down her spine, and she could not escape the sensation Her mind was overwhelmed with a sudden flush of embarrassment.

“Starting today, we must follow the proper etiquette for a week and avoid improper behavior,” she said.

After all, this week included the commemoration of Ellison’s great–grandfather’s centennial death anniversary and the memorial days for his parents. The younger generation was expected to observe the proper customs strictly on such

occasions.

Joycelyn was conservative, and there could be no deviation when propriety must be observed. She pressed her delicate hands firmly against Ellison’s hand.

Ellison propped himself up, gazing at Joycelyn’s beautiful face. His deep, inscrutable eyes glanced at her lightly. “What time are we returning to the estate for the offerings today?”

“In the afternoon,” Joycelyn replied obediently, her bright, innocent eyes blinking in the dim light.

“What time is it now?” Ellison asked, his deep voice carrying a lazy, almost intoxicating tone.

“Right now…” Joycelyn glanced outside, where the heavy curtains blocked most of the light, but she could still sense it was probably around four or five o’clock. “It should be past five.”

and our benefactors don’t know anything,” he said, before flipping over and pinning her down, grabbing both of her

scared and can’t sleep, and you’re still teasing me,” said Joycelyn, biting him when he leaned in to kiss her.

heavy as he propped himself up with one arm, gazing down at Joycelyn beneath him. “What

murmured. The Grant family had a vast and complicated network of connections, and coming

girl,” he said softly. “In the Grant family, I call the shots. As long as

she started to cry. “I’m afraid of embarrassing you, and I’m afraid

his tone dripping with affection. “Don’t worry, my dear. With the two most powerful figures in the Grant family backing you, what do you have to

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would dare lay a finger on you. If they did, I’d make sure they paid dearly. There’s nothing to fear,” Ellison reassured her. Despite his comforting words,

murmured, his voice low and steady; he swallowed as

sniffled softly, her interest sparked as she wondered if there was some secret to exuding the confidence and poise expected in elite circles. “How exactly are you planning to help

and playful. “You take the lead,” he said, his voice low and teasing. In one swift motion, he shifted onto his back, his hands firmly gripping Joycelyn’s waist as he guided her

flustered gasp, her cheeks flushing crimson. “You!” she exclaimed, her voice a mix of

entire car ride fast asleep as they headed to the family

a dozen Maybachs formed a protective escort at the front and rear, while a Rolls- Royce and an exceptionally high–end luxury

Surrounded by lush hills and serene waters, the estate boasted a commanding view of the entire city. As the car came to a

outside. However, noticing Ellison was engrossed in a phone call, she decided not to disturb him. Quietly, she stepped out of the car to take in the

the sprawling estate. The architecture, intricate details, and timeless elegance left her utterly speechless. Slowly, she turned, her eyes wide with wonder, as she absorbed

had admired the surroundings when she reached out to touch the intricately carved stone at the entrance. Before she could make contact, an unpleasant voice snapped