Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules

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Joycelyn couldn’t be bothered to engage with Bellina, who was clearly acting out of spite. As soon as Bellina saw that Joycelyn wasn’t going to respond, she took it as a victory, her heart swelling with smugness.

But just as she was feeling triumphant, she caught Ellison’s cold, piercing stare from across the room. His eyes were like daggers, unwavering and sharp.

She hutted to herself, poured a glass of hot milk, and rushed upstairs.

Joycelyn, however, was more convinced than ever–Bellina had clearly manipulated Jerome into this mess.

“It’s already done, there’s no point confronting her now. Your father’s soft–hearted, but fortunately, the Schultz family is managed by Timothy. They won’t be able to make a scene,” Ellison’s voice broke through her thoughts, soft and reassuring.

“You’ve only just returned, and she’s been here for twenty years. She knows the Schultz family better than you,” he added, watching her carefully.

Joycelyn’s chest tightened with unease. The pieces of the puzzle were starting to fall into place.

“So, who was behind all of this? It feels like someone planned it all meticulously…” Joycelyn’s eyes welled with tears, her mind spinning with old, unanswered questions.

All the grievances she had ignored over the years didn’t matter much, but when she thought of her mother–who had passed away so young because of the trauma of losing her–her heart clenched.

“Let’s go back this afternoon. We’re not getting involved in Jerome’s wedding,” Ellison said softly as he noticed the redness in Joycelyn’s eyes. He moved closer to comfort her.

“It’s not just that. It’s because my mother passed away from depression because of me,” she admitted, her voice catching. “And then there was my grandfather and grandmother. Even though I can’t remember them clearly, Timothy told me how much they loved me. The way they poured all their affection into me–it’s heartbreaking to think about.”

The weight on her chest grew heavier with each word. She could hardly breathe.

“No. I can’t leave yet. I need to stay and see what else they’re going to pull,” Joycelyn said with determination, taking a deep breath. Her face, pale as it was, became a mask of cold resolve.

“Mrs. Grant, you’re still pregnant,” Ellison said, his eyes calm but firm as he looked at her. “Timothy and I will handle this. You don’t need to worry about it.”

“I know.” Joycelyn placed her hand gently over her flat stomach, nodding seriously. “I’ll protect my baby.”

her heart, she turned and hurried outside to the garden. She had to

she saw Edward stumbling downstairs, clearly

last night?” Joycelyn asked

but I only just woke up,” Edward mumbled, loc disheveled, his

bottles of wine have led to all of that?”

..e face was

After Jerome went for the brandy, I think he mixed his drinks. Could’ve messed with his head,” Edward said, still trying to piece it

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look so… off,” he noticed the tension in the

Bellina ended up in bed together Joycelyn said, her

jumped, clearly horrified, his eyes wide. “What? We were drinking

immediately checked his clothes, relieved to find that he was alone in his bed when

prickly de something to him, right? That’s messed up, isn’t it?”

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eerie the whole situation was. “Where’s the boule? What Kind of docked at yo Timothy asked, his voice calm but probing.

and frowned, “I didn’t clean up last night. The bottle’s

them. He walked into the room, his expression estable. He had the demeanor of someone who had lost all

no need to discuss it further, Jerome said firmly, his eyes locked with everyte, unwilling to meet their gaze for too

this is just a coincidence?” Joycelyn asked her tone w by potted “I’ve known Belle since she was little. I know how she is–she’s insecure, and that’s why this happened Il te ce of be There’s no need to speculate about her motives,” Jerome replied, his words carrying the weight of guit

unsure of

to speak with you upstairs,” Jerome said, turning on his heel and walking away.

uneasily. Jeff sighed. “Jerome has always spoiled Belima.

deal. Jerome’s rushing into this decision. I’m afraid he’ll regret it,” Joycelyn said with a deep sigh “Forget it. Let’s just talk about something else. Timothy, you should go talk to Dad. Shirley and I will wait

go with looking into my mom’s medical records?” Joycelyn

condition. I asked Jeff about it last night, and your grandparents were very attentive when your mom was ill. They brought in the best doctors, so there shouldn’t have been any mistakes, Shirley replied gently, trying to reassure

Joycelyn murmured, deciding to

Let’s focus on the present, okay? Let’s take a walk