Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 222 72 % f 23 Lets do this ! Two years , and well both be rich enough to retire early .

Then we can start our security company and be the bosses , Sandra said , her sweet , innocent face making the idea sound way too tempting .

Lucy gave a playful salute .

Thanks , Sandra ! My goal is to become a wealthy woman and live the good life with a handsome guy Then well only hire guys who are 6.2 feet tall with eight pack abs , Sandra whistled , her tone playful with a touch of mischief .

Ugh … Lucy had said it casually at first , but now she was starting to be convinced .

Joycelyn just rolled her eyes .

Haddy is way easier to get along with than that guy with the surname Willows .

What if they make things tough for you ? Joycelyns gonna be mad at Ellison because of that , Sandra said , continuing her persuasion .

Yeah , youve got a point , Lucy said , her hesitation slowly fading .

Although her work performance was great in the department , her relationships with her colleagues were tense .

Exactly .

The high society circles can be complicated .

I dont fully understand it , but I dont want you to feel mistreated .

Youre the type who keeps everything to yourself , Sandra added .

With Susans status , even Isolde would show respect to the Willows family .

If things didnt go smoothly , staying at Grant Group could become unbearable for Lucy .

Plus , Haddys still single .

Hes from a well established , wealthy family .

Hes a much better option than dealing with the higher ups .

Everyone knows him , and when you have connections , things go so much smoother , Sandra said , getting more excited .

Joycelyn couldnt help but join in the gossip , So , why isnt Haddy married yet ? High society women from all over the world are lining up for blind dates with him , but he doesnt care .

I used to joke that he and Ellison were a couple , Sandra said , grinning .

Joycelyn burst out laughing .

No way ! Lucy , leaning in , couldnt resist the gossip .

Come on , Lucy , dont miss this chance ! Sandra teased .

Not a chance , were from completely different worlds , Lucy quickly brushed off the idea .

I think you two would be perfect ! Hes quiet and charming , and youre the bold , stunning woman who could handle him , Sandra teased , whistling again .

Lucy couldnt help but laugh , feeling like she might give up and surrender to Sandra .

I dont do office relationships .

Money comes first , not men , Lucy said firmly , sticking to her principles .

Then lets focus on making money ! Double salary , and you can shape your boss however you want bette an dealing with all those fake and innocent girls .

Right , Joycelyn ? Sandra asked , winking at Joycelyn .

Yeah , I think its a great idea ! I heard that overseas projects are estimated to be worth 3 billion dollars .

Just imagine about the performance bonuses , Joycelyn said , her eyes sparkling with excitement as she looked at Lucy .

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Lacy said , biting her lip , struggling to keep her resolve .

Alright , well talk later .

Im starving .

What are we eating today ? Lucy quickly changed the subject .

Ill take you to this amazing restaurant Ellison owns .

I can also check out the business while were there , Joycelyn said with a smile .

Ive got to head to Selenes birthday party first .

You two go shopping ; buy whatever you like , Ill cover it , Joycelyn added , pulling a limitless black card from her bag and handing it to Sandra .

She knew Lucy would feel too shy to accept , so she decided to let Sandra handle the payment instead .

Here you go ! Today , Im a rich woman , and Im spoiling both of you , Joycelyn said with a proud smile , holding the card out .

She didnt usually make big purchases , and her salary hardly ever touched her account .

Wow ! The legendary black card only Presidents can have ! Oh my gosh , Joycelyns a rich lady now she can totally spoil me ! Lucy said , excited , as she hugged Joycelyn and planted two quick kisses on her cheek .

Go ahead and buy whatever you want today .

There is no need to hold back , Joycelyn said generously , pinching Lucys check and returning a kiss .

Sandra and Lucy were practically idolizing her .

Theyd both gladly become her devoted little followers , each hanging off her side like a prized accessory .

Joycelyn , theyre here and waiting for you , Sandra said , pointing out the sight of Aurelia and Selene outside .

Alright , Joycelyn said as she got out of the car .

She headed over to join Aurelia and Selene for the birthday celebration and have a feast .

She would catch up with Sandra and Lucy later in the evening .

In the private room of a classy restaurant , Ellison and Haddy , two tall men , sat by the window , gazing out at the peaceful , beautiful night view .

After a long silence , Haddy broke the quiet .

Ellison , weve been sitting here for half an hour now .

Aside from glancing at the occasional buzzing notifications , they were waiting , with no food being served .

And , of course , Leon was still stuck somewhere , not arriving .

The two men sat there in the private room , and the atmosphere felt a bit awkward .

Theyre probably on their way , he said after a long silence , noticing there hadnt been any card transactions yet .

They must be arriving soon .

Haddy raised an eyebrow .

So , is this a welcome back dinner? A welcome back dinner ? Ill give you a real welcome with a punch , Ellison muttered , swirling his coffee .

Haddy remained silent , unsure of how to respond .

The sound of footsteps echoed from the hallway , and feeling restless , Haddy stood to greet whoever it was .

Leon … Haddy began , but just as he spoke , he didnt see Leon .

Instead , he spotted Lucy and the others .

His dark eyes immediately landed on Lucy , whose dazzling beauty caught his attention .

Haddy ? Joycelyn said , surprised to see him there as well .

Haddy nodded , acknowledging Joycelyn , as they exchanged pleasantries .

Lucy , still beaming from her shopping spree and her new bag , froze when she saw Haddys refined face .

Her smile vanished .

Sandra ! Did we walk into the wrong place ? Lucy thought , Why is Haddy here ? Is this some trap ? 2/3 06 %2 6 M Chapter 222 Ah , I just got the message Mr .

Grant hasnt eaten yet and happens to be here too .

How about we all join him ? Joycelyn said , her eyes sparkling with genuine sincerity , making it seem like nothing was prearranged .

11 Sandra nodded eagerly , her smile wide and mischievous .

Thats right ! The playful gleam in her eyes made it clear she was the one behind this little scheme , After all , there were so many restaurants under the Grant Group that even Joycelyn didnt know them all only Sandra had the inside scoop .

As Sandra basked in her cleverness , grinning from ear to ear , she suddenly spotted Leon rushing upstairs .

Her sweet , innocent face instantly transformed into a fierce expression .

Ellison ! You didnt say Leon was coming ! Ugh , hes so annoying , always acting like a bottomless pit he cats more than anyone ! Sandra turned to complain , clearly frustrated .

Joycelyn could almost feel the tension crackling in the air as she stepped forward , her gaze falling on Ellison sitting calmly , sipping his coffee without care .

Joycelyn thought , Theres something about him so calm on the surface , but you can tell hes always plotting ahead .

Like a cunning fox .

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