Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 251 4.

密 73 % 额 Joycelyns eyes wandered , glancing at Ellison .

Just then , Ellison shot her a sideways look .

His deep , lazy gaze lingered on her for a moment .

While she didnt call out his cunning intentions , she understood what he meant immediately .

The large family before her contrasted sharply with Aaron and Gavins adaptability .

With her swollen , reddened face , Lily wasnt pleased .

Though she merely leaned slightly , her lowered gaze made it evident to Joycelyn that her eyes had a mix of resentment and anger .

She was holding it all in .

Moreover , the family seemed rather eager to offer their blessings .

Just moments ago , Joycelyn had maintained her graceful composure , but now , she suddenly felt a spark of interest .

There were news reports before suggesting that you planned to adopt a child and pass it on to us , hoping the Grant family will have an heir .

Is that right ? Joycelyn spoke calmly , her tone serene .

She had seen that interview .

Aaron looked deeply pained at the time , speaking selflessly about adopting his eldest grandson to Ellison so he could carry on his lineage .

Back then , everyone believed Ellison had perished in a fiery disaster , which just went to show how dark his intentions were .

For such a patient and cunning person to think he had already arranged that interview when he stepped off the plane .

Bringing up this old matter was like dropping a bomb into a calm lake , causing everyone around to shift uncomfortably , their gazes suddenly turning subtle .

Aarons face turned ashen the moment he heard it .

Meanwhile , Lily , holding the scalding cup at the back , wanted nothing more than to throw the hot drink in Joycelyns face .

Mrs.

Grant , when we heard the news , it was only out of concern and with the best intentions for Mr.

Grants lineage .

It seems we were overly worried , Aaron stammered , his hands trembling from the heat .

Deep down , he was struggling to maintain his composure .

He had thought Joycelyn , with her humble background , would be an easy target , but he never expected her to be so bold .

Joycelyn responded meaningfully , Oh , I thought you were planning to adopt a grandson as his heir .

It seems I was overthinking since youre no longer at an age to entertain such fantasies .

She smiled slightly , her voice calm and gentle , deliberately drawing out the moment .

Ellison had initially been worried that Joycelyn , so demure , might be nervous .

But in the end , she played the wise role .

Now that she was ready to settle the score , he couldnt help but add more fuel to the fire .

Isnt there also a son you found ? Why isnt he here ? Ellisons voice was cold as he looked at those offering their blessings , noting Liams absence .

Joycelyns pointed words had already embarrassed Aaron , but mentioning Liam intensified his panic .

His heart pounded in fear , and the imposing demeanor hed shown toward Joycelyn earlier had vanished .

Liam was his last trump card .

Its all just a misunderstanding , and we hope Mr.

and Mrs.

Grant will understand , Aaron said , leaning in even lower .

The cup in his hand felt like a scorching hot iron .

Meanwhile , the couple sitting in the grand chair remained calm and composed , unruffled .

Aaron would never have tolerated this humiliation if not for his need to bide his time .

For now , he gritted his teeth and endured .

Joycelyn didnt want to make things difficult for them , but now that the conversation had reached this point , she felt the would likely agree .

Oh , so it was a misunderstanding , she said calmly .

Joycelyn picked up the cup and handed it to Ellison , took one for herself , and accepted the congratulations and blessings from Aarons family .

She thought the matter would end there .

However , Lily couldnt hold onto the cup for long .

After a brief moment , she 1/2 11:18 Mon , 10 Mar Chapter 251 73 % couldnt take the heat , and with a slight tremble , the prized cup slipped from her hand , crashing to the floor with a sharp sound , shattering into pieces .

The atmosphere instantly froze .

Ellisons cold gaze swept across the room , and Lily felt as though icy daggers were piercing through the air , aimed directly at her .

Terrified , she nearly dropped to her knees in fear .

How careless of you .

Averi stepped forward to mediate .

Its a wishing of peace and safety , offering auspicious words to ease the tension .

Lily was drenched in sweat from fear .

Im sorry .

The cup was too hot , and I couldnt hold onto it .

I didnt mean to do it , she stammered , panic evident .

Then just get another cup , Joycelyn said casually , blowing her cup lightly to cool it .

She showed no concern for the incident .

After finishing , Ellison set his cup down and took Joycelyns hand , standing up .

As they walked out , he coldly instructed Lily , You shattered the cup and disturbed the benefactors .

Go and clean the entire floor to make amends .

Yes ! I will clean it thoroughly , Lily replied , nodding , as beads of sweat slid down her forehead and dripped onto the floor .

Aarons family saw everyone off .

Once they had all left and a while had passed , Lily couldnt hold back her tears .

Were all family , so why do they treat us like this ? Not only are we without money and shares , but they also trample on us like were nothing ! she cried in aggrieved .

Just endure it a little longer .

After all , your father wasnt born under the first branch of the family , Aaron said , his previously humble smile disappearing .

His face darkened like night mist , filled with a terrifying , menacing expression .

Joycelyn Maynard was even more contemptible .

Why did she get to become Mrs.

Grant ? Lily said .

Joycelyn was just an ordinary person , with only her looks yet she married Ellison .

Ellison was not only handsome and wealthy but also extremely powerful .

It was enough to make anyone extremely jealous .

Lilys voice wasnt loud , but Aaron gave her a glance that silenced her before she could finish speaking .

Were still at the Grant family , which means theres always a chance .

I cant swallow this insult anymore ! Lily clenched her fists tightly , a malicious plan forming in her mind .

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