Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 25 Chapter 25 0.47 % 2 +23 ) Take the phone from my pocket and call William .

Ask him to go to the parking garage if he has sorted out the situation , Ellison said in a low voice , still holding Joycelyn in his arms .

The moment Joycelyn realized the issue was resolved , she snapped back to attention .

Wheres your phone ? Right pocket .

Oh Joycelyn nodded obediently , then reached her small hand between them to find his phone in his right pocket .

She was aiming to get this done quickly , so her hand slipped into his pocket but the moment her fingers brushed the fabric , she froze .

She wasnt quite sure what she was feeling .

Wait … what is that ? She heard his low , gravelly voice , thick with a quiet tension .

She looked up , meeting his gaze .

His sharp features were shadowed , but his eyes burned with an intense heat .

Joycelyn blinked , confused .

The phone … she muttered softly , still not understanding .

Ugh .

Ellisons voice was darker than usual , his tone heavier , as though he was barely holding himself back .

What ? Joycelyn blinked innocently , completely unaware of what was going on .

She looked like a naive little girl , her face full of confusion .

Her small hand , still clutching his pocket , remained unassumingly sweet .

Ellisons jaw tightened , his gaze full of restrained affection .

His throat worked as he swallowed , his voice low but full of restraint .

What do you mean , what ? Joycelyn furrowed her brows , the realization dawning slowly .

Her face turned bright red as her wide , cat like eyes flickered nervously .

I … I thought it was the phone .

Havent you touched it before ? Ellisons voice dropped even lower , a smile tugging at the corners of his lips .

It was more of a teasing , amused grin now , though his voice grew even huskier .

Joycelyn , youre doing this on purpose , arent you ? Joycelyn bit her lip , her face turning as red as a freshly cooked shrimp .

She wished she could just shrink into herself .

You get it yourself , Im not doing it anymore , she mumbled , pulling her hand back , crossing her arms , and even wiping her hands on her clothes as if to erase any trace of her actions .

Ellisons body stiffened , his muscles taut with barely contained tension .

Then hold on to me .

Okay .

Joycelyn buried her face in his chest and , without thinking , wrapped her arms around his neck .

Ellison used one hand to take out his phone , unlock it , and placed it gently in her lap .

Call .

Okay .

Joycelyn nodded obediently , quickly finding Williams number and dialing .

Mr.

Grant , were still working on it here .

Please give us three more minutes , William said , Okay .

Once its ready , Ill be waiting at Exit A , Ellison said .

After hanging up , Joycelyn hesitated for a moment , not daring to slip his phone back into his pocket .

She didnt want to overstep , so instead , she kept it in her hands .

Glancing up at him she caught a glimpse of his face .

In the dim lighting , Ellisons sharply defined features were bathed in shadow , adding an extra layer of mystery to his already 1/8 47 % 12:57 Mon , Feb 10 Chapter 25 +23 striking appearance .

His eyes , normally cool and controlled , now had a gleam to them powerful and almost intimidating .

He exuded authority and elegance from every angle , the kind of man who looked stunning no matter how you saw him .

His presence was undeniable , noble , and captivating .

Joycelyn , her face still flushed from embarrassment , couldnt help but smile shyly .

The alcohol still buzzing in her system , she chuckled softly and said , Mr.

Grant , youre really handsome Seriously , you look great from every angle .

Joycelyn , if you change how you address me , maybe Ill be able to control myself better when we get home , Ellison replied , his voice rough with barely contained desire .

What ? Change what ? Ellisons gaze softened as he looked down at Joycelyn in his arms What do you think ? Joycelyn shook her head , unsure .

I dont know … I think Mr.

Grant works fine .

She was well aware of her place working for him during the day at his company , and staying at his home at night .

Just then , a black Bentley drove up , flashing its headlights .

William immediately got out and opened the back door .

Ellison gently set Joycelyn in the seat before bending down to get into the car himself .

Joycelyn was drifting off to sleep in the car when she received a call from Aurelia .

Joycelyn , where are you ? Mr.

Cross is gone , and when I asked Linda , she said you two went to rest ! Aurelia said .

Aurelia had only stepped into the kitchen to check on the dishes , but when she came back , both Joycelyn and Tommy had disappeared , making her worry .

Aurelia , I drank too much .

Joycelyn glanced at Ellison sitting next to her , his face dark and cold .

She instinctively pulled her shoulders in .

I had someone come pick me up and take me home .

Who came to pick you up ? Aurelia asked , still anxious .

Uh … just a really good friend , someone I ran into at the restaurant .

Hearing the word friend , Ellison shot a cold glance at Joycelyn , who was nervously licking her lips .

He thought , From Mr.

Grant to friend , it seems like we are growing more distant by the minute ! Yeah , Im fine now .

You be careful going home , okay ? Joycelyn said in a sweet , reassuring tone .

Aurelia , hearing how casual Joycelyn sounded , was finally relieved and stopped pressing .

Alright , just let me know when you get home .

Okay .

Joycelyn nodded .

After hanging up , she set her phone down and fell asleep again .

When she woke up , she found herself in the master bedrooms bathtub .

She was undressed , soaking in hot water , and her body felt completely relaxed .

The bathroom was filled with steam , and Joycelyn lay with her face resting against the tubs edge .

Her complexion was pale with a subtle flush , making her look soft and delicate .

Ellison had discarded his shirt and pants on the floor and stepped into the tub with long , powerful legs .

12:57 Mon , Feb 10 O Chapter 25 47 % +23 The water splashed gently around them , and Joycelyn let out a soft murmur of contentment .

But soon , Ellisons rough hand began to wander over her body , his touch teasing and igniting are within her .

Joycelyn gave another soft sound , slowly opening her eyes to meet Ellisons impossibly handsome face .

Mr.

Grant ! Ellison had been trying to hold back from hearing that title for some time now .

He wrapped his arms around Joycelyn from behind , trapping her between him and the tub .

Call me honey , he growled , his voice deep as he nipped at her earlobe .

Joycelyn instinctively pulled her neck back .

I need to brush my teeth .

She remembered she had thrown up earlier , and now she needed to brush three times .

Call me honey first , then you can go .

No.

Joycelyn shook her head stubbornly , her face flushed and defiant .

Ellison pressed his chest against her smooth back , his muscular body leaning down .

If you dont , Ill make you cry .

I just threw up , Joycelyn said , her voice a little tipsy and stubborn .

If youre not disgusted , go ahead and make me cry .

Ellison , who had a strong aversion to anything unpleasant , immediately let her go to wash up .

The sound of water splashing filled the air as Joycelyns graceful #gure moved through the room .

She looked like a lotus rising from the water , her body creating ripples in the tub .

Joycelyn , now more awake , stepped out of the tub , wrapped herself in a towel , and headed to the sink to brush her teeth .

Ellison remained in the tub , the water gliding over his lean , toned body , the very embodiment of masculinity .

He moved with effortless grace , listening to the sound of Joycelyn brushing her teeth .

When she turned off the faucet , he slowly got out of the tub .

As Joycelyn was drying her face and preparing to return to her room , the door opened .

Ellisons powerful , muscula , frame appeared in the doorway , water droplets sliding down his tanned skin , tracing the lines of his defined abs before disappearing into the waistband of his lower body .

Joycelyn stared for a moment quickly urned her head away .

Why arent you wearing any clothes ? You touch me even when Im fully dressed , Ellison said , stepping forward .

He pulled her back , forcing her to face the mirror .

In one swift motion , he ripped the towel off her .

Tonight , lets do something different .

What do you say ? he growled , biting her earlobe again , his lips trailing down to her sensitive skin .