Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 24 Chapter 24 4/10 +23 Octavia was frantic with worry , afraid that Joycelyn would make her escape .

She rushed over as fast as she could .

When she saw the half open door , she cautiously stepped inside .

The room was dim , the lighting hazy and unclear .

Octavia tentatively called out , Joycelyn ? Joycelyn was hiding by the door , waiting for her to approach .

Octavia walked further into the room and froze when she saw Tommy lying on the floor .

Her heart skipped a beat .

In her panic , she noticed a shadow beside her .

She was about to turn around when something heavy struck her .

Her vision went black , and she crumpled to the ground , unconscious .

Joycelyn wiped the fingerprints off the hair dryer and put it back in place .

Then , she grabbed a handful of water and splashed it onto Tommys face , kicking him twice to wake him up .

Afterward , she quickly ran to the door , turned off the lights , and shut it behind her .

The cold water brought Tommy back to his senses .

As soon as he regained consciousness , he felt a woman lying next to him .

Without a second thought , he rolled over , pinning Octavia beneath him , and slapped her several times .

Dammit , you asked for this , he growled , each slap hard and unforgiving .

Octavia snapped back to reality , her body recoiling as she felt a filthy hand groping her .

Her skirt was torn , and he was about to assault her .

Terrified , she begged , Mr.

Cross , Im not Joycelyn .

Im your sons girlfriend , Octavia .

She struggled desperately , but Tommy was like a heavy weight on top of her , and she couldnt move .

Tommy didnt care .

His mind was clouded by lust and rage , and all he wanted was to take out his frustration on the woman beneath him .

At the door , Joycelyn could hear Octavias cries of pain .

This time , she felt no sympathy .

If she hadnt escaped , it would have been her in that position .

Just as she was closing the door , she bumped into a solid chest , nearly screaming in shock .

Its me , Ellison said , breathless from running .

Sweat was pouring down his forehead and neck .

His deep , dark eyes , once filled with worry , had now settled into a calm , composed focus .

Joycelyn had been scared out of her mind , but when she saw Ellison , it was like shed found her anchor .

She pouted , then threw herself into his arms , her voice small and full of quiet vulnerability .

Finally youre here .

Having never been through anything like that , let alone been in a fight , Joycelyn was shaken .

She clung to Ellison , her whole body trembling .

Ellison wrapped her tightly in his arms , relieved to find she was unharmed .

He let out a deep breath .

Are you okay ? Who told you to drink ? I … Joycelyn started to explain , but just then , lewd insults echoed from the room .

It was clear the two inside had already crossed the line .

Ellisons brow furrowed in anger .

Realizing what was happening he immediately covered Joycelyns ears and led her toward 178 12:57 Mon , Feb 10 D Chapter 24 the elevator , eager to get out of there .

What happened ? he asked .

1.47 % 2 23 That old man tried to take advantage of me , feeding me alcohol Octavia didnt help at all she even pushed me into his room .

So , I figured Id play the good Samaritan and set them up she said .

Ellison raised an eyebrow slightly , his expression neutral .

Her boyfriend is the mans son , Joycelyn added , pouting a little .

Her voice was guilty but stubborn .

Using her own methods against her .

Not a bad move , Ellison said .

Dont you think thats kind of vicious ? Joycelyn asked , still a little shaken by what had happened .

She was the one who set you up first .

If you hadnt been lucky , youd be the one being humiliated .

If it were me , Id have sent more men for her .

Joycelyns guilty expression brightened immediately , her eyes wide .

Ellisons gaze softened for a moment , then turned cold as he locked eyes with her , his voice firm .

Id rather you hurt others than let them hurt you .

Joycelyn looked up at him , a strange sense of awe washing over her .

She thought , No wonder he is the CEO his sense of responsibility is off the charts .

Just then , the elevator reached the underground parking lot , and Ellison carried her out .

Let me down , I can walk , Joycelyn said , still not used to being carried .

Someones coming , Ellison said abruptly .

Ah ! Joycelyn jumped , immediately ducking her head and pressing her face against his chest , too embarrassed to look up .

Stay hidden .

Well talk when we get home .

Ellisons voice was low and serious .

He thought , She needs to be taught a lesson about drinking outside .

If this isnt handled , who knows what could happen next time ? He pinched her waist , a silent reminder to be more careful in the future .

Joycelyn was a little irritated , and the alcohol still had her he small act of revenge .

In her frustration , she bit down on his chest , her Through the fabric of his shirt , Ellison winced in pain .

His voice rough yet serious , drinking outside .

I didnt know there was alcohol in the coffee ! her drink .

She thought , It has to be Lindas voice rough yet serious , was barely a whisper .

Joycelyn , no more a g back , she realized Linda must have yut de la base liquor in the coffee she made Youre the one who was foolish enough to go to a drinking party ..

Ellisons tone was stern , but the sentence sharp intake of breath .

He thought , This girl has really gotten addicted to biting .

was cut off by a Joycelyn felt more and more wronged , thinking , Ellison , you blame me just be Ellison stopped in his tracks , his gaze lowering to Joycelyn in his arms .

I Linda is an old friend of yours 949 12:57 Mon , Feb 10 O Chapter 24 ࿄ ༨ ༢ , 47 % £ +23 Noticing he had stopped , Joycelyn avoided his gaze , her eyes downcast , unwilling to meet his intense , chiseled features .

She bit her lip , then curled into his chest , pretending to sleep .

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