Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 262 Theard you came from a poor family .

No wonder , Bellina sneered .

She wasnt even bothering with subtle jabs anymore .

She was outright humiliating Joycelyn in front of everyone .

After all , Bellina was the beloved daughter of the wealthy Schultz family .

Everything she wore , used , and touched was of the finest quality .

Her deep seated sense of superiority was obvious .

The scene fell into a death silence .

Bellina was the daughter of the wealthiest family , after all .

No one dared to offend her , and with Ellison right there , they were even more cautious .

Everyone simply watched the spectacle unfold in silence .

Joycelyn was about to speak , but before she could , Ellison took her hand and interjected first .

Miss Schultz , why dont you tell everyone how , out of a family of five , you just so happen to look nothing like your father , nothing like your mother, and bear no resemblance to either of your brothers ? Ellisons sharp features were clouded with a cold , menacing aura .

His gaze was cold and calculating .

His one hand held Joycelyns , resting it on his lap , while the other toyed with the knife in his grasp .

A collective gasp rippled through the room .

Bellina never expected Ellison to humiliate her so openly , exposing her secret for all to hear .

What nonsense are you spouting ! I am the most cherished daughter of the Schultz family ! Bellinas voice , once dripping with arrogance , now turned sharp and panicked .

I am a guest ! How dare you treat me like this ! This is outrageous ! She seethed , glaring at Ellison .

Ellisons gaze turned icy .

The next second , the knife in his hand shot straight toward Bellina .

Her eyes widened in disbelief .

She wanted to dodge , but this was the first time she had ever faced such real danger .

Other than letting out a terrified scream , she couldnt move an inch .

The knife flew in the air quickly , grazing the side of Bellinas face .

It sliced through a few strands of her hair , skimming past her ear .

Then , it embedded itself into the marble floor behind her with a forceful thud .

The entire room collectively sucked in a breath .

Even Joycelyn was shaken , her heart raced at the sheer recklessness of Ellison .

Just then , Jerome , Richard , and Ellisons grandmother , Isolde , entered the room .

They were greeted by the sight of a golden knife lodged into the marble floor .

What is going on here ? Isoldes voice carried weight , her tone heavy with authority .

Richard and Jerome immediately noticed Bellina frozen in place .

The knife had unmistakably been thrown in her direction .

Without hesitation , the father and son rushed forward , gathering Bellina into their arms .

Richard asked , Bellina , what happened ? At the sound of her fathers voice , Bellinas face crumpled , and she immediately burst into tears .

Dad , he tried to stab me ! 1/3 10:23 Tue , 11 Mar Chapter 262 273 % A sharp pain stung her car , and she reached out to touch it .

Then , her hand was stained with blood .

Her wailing only intensified .

He even cut my ear ! Jeromes gaze darkened .

Looking down , he saw a few strands of Bellinas severed hair on her shoulder and the small wound on her ear .

Mr.

Grant , what the hell did you just do to Bellina ? Shes just a girl ! Dont you think this was too much ? Jeromes refined features were now icy with anger as he confronted Ellison .

Jerome , my ear hurts ! Bellina sobbed harder , throwing herself into Jeromes arms .

Mr.

Jerome Schultz , I invited your family to the Grant estate out of respect for our elders long standing relationship .

But your sister insulted my wife .

If you wont teach her how to respect others , I have no problem doing it for you .

Ellisons voice was calm , yet his presence was chilling .

The sheer dominance of his aura made the air around them drop several degrees .

He pulled Joycelyn protectively behind him , shielding her from the scene .

Still shaken , Joycelyn instinctively reached down and gave his leg a quick , subtle pinch .

Ellison let out a cold scoff , his tone both icy and arrogant .

Your sister may be your familys treasure , but my wife is mine .

Anyone who dares touch her will find no mercy from me .

He cast a sidelong glance at Bellina , who was still curled up in Jeromes arms , sobbing .

His eyes gleamed with a sharp , hawk- like intensity .

Bellina had never seen such a menacing gaze before and instinctively shrank back further into her brothers embrace .

This is your familys domain , so of course , whatever you say goes , Jerome retorted coldly .

He was fiercely protective of his sister and refused to believe she was the one who started this .

With an older brother like you , no wonder she lacks proper upbringing , Ellison replied bluntly , showing no intention of being polite .

Richard finally stepped forward to ease the tension .

Mr.

Grant , if my daughter has done anything inappropriate , I sincerely apologize on her behalf .

Joycelyn stood up , maintaining a composed demeanor as she invited Richard to take a seat .

Mr.

Richard Schultz , my husband acted out of impulse in defense of me .

I sincerely apologize and hope you wont take it to heart .

Dad , theyre all ganging up on me .

I dont want to stay here for dinner .

Bellina sniffled , her voice filled with grievance .

She didnt dare bring up the fact that Ellison had outright questioned her parentage .

But in her anger , she lumped all the Grant family members together in her resentment .

The door is right there , Miss Schultz .

Feel free to leave , Ellison said curtly , not offering even the slightest courtesy .

Being the proud person she was , Bellina naturally refused to stay under such humiliation .

Jerome patted her shoulder , his voice soft .

Come on , Ill take you somewhere to eat whatever you like .

With that , he led his sister out of the dining room .

Seeing Jerome leave , Tanya couldnt help but develop a bit of interest in the handsome man .

Without hesitation , she grabbed her phone and quietly slipped out after them .

Bellina , are you okay ? Tanya asked , catching up with Bellina and pretending to be concerned .

Tanya said , My sister in law may not come from much , but my brother protects her fiercely .

2/3 Chapter 262 When her biological mother went online accusing her of being ungrateful and refusing to support her , she was sent sermone to prison .

Tanya sighed dramatically as if she had suffered from it .

Bellinas anger flared again .

The more she thought about it , the more unwilling she felt to leave .

Jerome , I cant jont let foils go .

I want to stay .

Jerome hadnt expected Bellina to change her mind so quickly .

His tone became serious .

Bellina , I let you have your way most of the time , but stay away from Ellison .

Im not trying to pick a fight with him .

I like him , Bellina declared , wiping away her tears .

Her expression turned stubborn .

But I cant stand his wife .

Shes so fake , acting all pure and untouchable .

She disgusts me .

In what way am I worse than her ? Tanya immediately chimed in , We dont like her either , but what can we do ? They just got married , so we have to give them some face , for now .

Bellinas mood lifted at that .

Jerome intervened and put a stop to her thoughts .

But before he could , Tanya quickly interjected , Bellina , I like you .

Why dont we exchange contact information ? Tanya knew that an enemys enemy made the best ally .

Bellina ! Jeromes expression darkened , trying once more to talk sense into his sister .

Jerome! Dont worry , I wont do anything reckless .

You and Dad have business matters to handle .

Dont let me delay your schedule .

Im all grown up now .

I can take care of myself .

Bellina smiled sweetly , changing her attitude in an instant .

The real reason she was so eager for her father and brother to leave was because she didnt want them staying around , searching for the real Schultz daughter who had been lost all those years ago .