Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 211 1 72 % When Isolde saw Joycelyn in her elegant little black dress , her eyes lit up .

Mrs.

Grant has arrived .

What ? Mrs.

Willows looked up as if she had overheard something .

She wondered , Mrs.

Grant Isnt that supposed to be Leah standing right before her ? Mrs.

Willows followed Isoldes gaze and noticed Joycelyn standing by the door .

She had never seen someone with such a natural , effortless beauty .

Joycelyn stood out in a room full of striking women , her calm grace reminiscent of a peaceful autumn day .

Isolde waved at Joycelyn , but Leahs expression remained unchanged .

She kept her attention on Isolde , guiding her forward while silently counting to herself .

As expected , on the third step , Isoldes legs buckled .

Thankfully , Leah caught her .

Isolde , are you okay ? Mrs.

Willows , Susan , and several other women hurried forward , visibly anxious .

What happened to Isolde ? Someone take her to the lounge and let her rest , Leah instructed , gesturing to two men nearby to help Isolde away .

Only when Isolde left would no one be left to confirm Joycelyns true identity .

Joycelyn saw Isolde suddenly faint at the door , and her heart raced with worry .

She rushed forward immediately but underestimated how much attention everyone paid to Isolde .

She barely took two steps before the crowd pushed her aside .

Nearly every guest at the event hurried toward Isolde , with Leah following closely behind as they headed to the lounge .

Outside , Luna , seeing Isolde collapse , rushed in panic , accidentally bumping into Cecilia and stepping on her foot .

Furious , Cecilia immediately shoved her back , her tone sharp .

Watch where youre going .

Flustered by her concern , Luna stumbled and , in the chaos , fell down the stairs .

Luna ! Sandra saw Luna fall to the ground .

She rushed forward , shoving Cecilia aside with force , sending her crashing into a nearby garden .

Ah ! Joycelyn turned , shocked by the scene .

Thankfully , Cecilia landed in the garden , looking a bit disheveled but unharmed .

The chaos unfolded around them .

Luna , are you alright ? Did you hurt your ankle ? Joycelyn stepped back , unable to approach , and joined Sandra in helping Luna up .

Isolde was fine just moments ago .

Why did she faint again ? I need to check on her .

Luna , ignoring the pain in her ankle , insisted Sandra help her to her feet .

Take it slow , Luna , Sandra said , her heart heavy as she gently helped Luna to her feet , ready to check on Isolde .

Joycelyn steadied Luna on the other side , politely declining the servers offer to help .

Sandra , are you trying to kill someone ? Ruby hurried down the stairs , quickly making her way over to Cecilia .

Are you okay ? Is everything alright ? Ruby asked , concern in her voice as she checked on Cecilia .

Im fine , didnt fall that hard , Cecilia replied , still shaken , trying to sit up .

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Ill go get Carmelo , Ruby urged , gently pushing Cecilia back down .

Sandra , what are you doing ? You threw Cecilia so far ; shes unconscious ! Rubys voice rose , attracting the attention of several guests .

She pushed Luna , Sandra snapped , glaring at Ruby .

She didnt do it on purpose ! Dont you realize how strong you are ? You could easily hurt someone without meaning to .

Youre a liability , Ruby snapped , taking advantage of the fact that Isolde wouldnt be coming out anytime soon , and pressed Sandra relentlessly .

I saw Cecilia just fine a moment ago .

Youre the one keeping her down and not letting her get up , Joycelyn said , turning to face Ruby with a calm , unwavering gaze .

Cecilia was thrown and hit her head , yet youre brushing it off .

Its easy to talk when youre standing , not when youre the one whos been hurt .

Ruby had been cautious about Joycelyns background earlier , but now that Isolde had fainted , she was certain Joycelyn was just someone close to Sandra , trying to blend in .

Joycelyn couldnt be bothered to explain herself to Ruby .

With so many guests around , she knew if she let these two make a scene , they could make things escalate quickly .

She signaled to Sandra to steady Luna , walked over to the waiters tray , and grabbed a glass of water before approaching them .

The crowd watched with suspicion , their eyes fixed on her every move , clearly curious about her intentions and background .

Then , without a word , she walked up to the garden and splashed the water straight into Cecilias face .

Ah ! Cecilia jumped , startled , and wiped her face as she sat up , glaring at Joycelyn .

Are you crazy ? You knew Luna was over sixty and still pushed her , causing her to injury .

If Isolde knew what you did , she wouldnt let you off so easily , Joycelyn said , her voice steady .

She wasnt about to get drawn into their drama any longer .

If you feel unwell , go to the hospital .

Well take responsibility for it .

But if youre playing dead , we can arrange for a complete check up , Joycelyn said , setting the glass down and walking away , unwilling to waste any more time on their nonsense .

Come on , Luna .

Lets check on Isolde , Sandra said , her anger barely contained as she helped Luna alongside Joycelyn toward the VIP lounge .

Ruby and Cecilia were both taken aback by Joycelyns calm confidence .

They held societal positions in this setting , and making a scene would only harm their reputation .

Thats outrageous ! Cecilia muttered , wiping the water from her face .

Take a rest ; Ill go check on her , Ruby said , leaving Cecilia behind as she hurried to catch up with Joycelyn and the others .

She quickly pulled out her phone and called Octavia .

If Isolde werent sick , Id make sure those two paid for this , Sandra muttered , her face contorted with frustration .

Leah checked Isoldes pulse inside the lounge as she rested on a reclining chair .

Her brow occasionally furrowed , and her breathing was labored , indicating discomfort .

After about half an hour , they were finally allowed to enter and offer their greetings .

However , there was still no sign of Isolde waking up .

Isolde must be having one of her headaches ; she probably caught a chill .

Shes not feeling well , Leah said , adjusting the blanket around Isolde .

She sighed .

I havent been able to give her a massage these past few days .

What a shame .

Before entering the lounge , Joycelyn had sent Ellison a quick message , updating him on the situation .

2/3 72 % 23 ) Chapter 211 Ruby pushed her way through the crowd , her eyes catching Joycelyn standing quietly in the corner .

She watched as her gaze flickered from Joycelyns left ring finger to Leahs , her thoughts turning over the implications .

A sharp , mocking laugh escaped her lips , immediately drawing the attention of everyone nearby .

Ms.

Wilson , Isolde is still unconscious , and youre laughing ? Whats so amusing ? Mrs.

Willows asked , her brow furrowed in disapproval .

Joycelyn , didnt you claim to be Mrs.

Grant ? You think wearing the same ring as the real Mrs.

Grant makes you one of us ? Ruby , a sly smile playing at her lips , her tone thick with sarcasm .

Everyones eyes were drawn to Joycelyn , standing gracefully in her little black dress .

The wedding band on her finger was unmistakable identical to what Leah wore .

Leah lifted her hand to glance at her ring , then turned her gaze to Joycelyns , a flicker of surprise crossing her face .

Joycelyn could feel the weight of their gazes on her , the scrutiny intensifying .

She thought , I must look like an intruder- someone who doesnt belong here , a mere shadow in a world that isnt mine .

Isolde , which one is Mrs.

Grant ? Would you mind introducing her to us ? Ruby asked , leaning in close , her tone intentional , clearly hoping to put Joycelyn on the spot .

Ms.

Wilson , are you here to check on Isolde , or are you here for the spectacle ? Leah said , lifting her gaze with an icy calm .

Her voice carried the quiet strength of someone who truly belonged in the position of power , Mrs.

Grant of the Grant family .

But before Ruby could respond , Isoldes eyes slowly fluttered open .

Mrs.

Grant .

Leahs heart skipped a beat at the sound of those words .

She thought , Damn it , she woke up too soon .

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