Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 265 The moment she heard that , Joycelyn was utterly shocked .

Her face turned blank , her entire body chilled to the core as she stared at her mother lying on the hospital bed .

X73 % Scenes from her past flooded her mind , warm moments , gentle smiles , motherly kindness .

Even their usual arguments never revealed such a hideous side .

Indeed , in the face of benefits , one would not recognize ones family .

Ellison questioned , Iris , why didnt you mention before that Joycelyn was picked up ? But now that theres eviction money to split , she suddenly isnt your daughter ? Can you prove it ? If not , were taking our share of that money ! Ellison dragged a chair over and sat beside Joycelyn , his sharp words deliberately provoking the Mercer family .

As soon as he spoke , the Mercers were enraged .

Ellison then calmly placed the chair behind Joycelyn .

While she was still in shock , Joycelyn suddenly found herself pulled into a warm , strong embrace .

Heat spread through her limbs , melting away some of the coldness in her heart .

Ellison said , Sit down .

Let me handle this .

Joycelyn took a deep breath , quickly regaining her composure .

Im fine .

She added , Ellison is right .

Ive spent years supporting this family , working myself to the bone .

That house belonged to my father .

There are official records of the ownership transfer .

It can be checked .

Joycelyn continued Ellisons words and stated his determination to split the money .

Lyra jumped up in fury .

Oh , wow ! You ungrateful brat ! You married off and never cared about us , but now youre trying to take your mothers house too ? Youre cruel to your family ! Ellison exuded an overwhelming presence , making it impossible for them to lash out at him .

So , they directed all their anger at Joycelyn instead .

He turned and glared at the short , plump woman .

His features were strikingly handsome , but the way he looked at people carried an eerie , ruthless chill .

Do you people even deserve to call yourselves her family ? His deep voice was calm yet carried an air of dominance .

Lyra flinched under his gaze .

Her beady eyes darted away in fear , worried that her fingers might end up like Phineass .

She quickly backed off .

Doesnt matter ! Youre not getting a cent ! That house belongs to the Mercer family ! You two greedy snakes better give up ! Meanwhile , Octavia was whispering to Iris , ensuring her stance was firm .

After receiving confirmation , she discreetly stepped out and made a call to a lawyer friend , inquiring about legal ways to contest inheritance rights .

Once she got the answer , she gathered her family members and suggested a DNA test .

Fine .

But well be watching the entire process .

If you bribe the doctors and fake the results , well lose about a million dollars .

Ellison immediately agreed to the test .

He sounded as if he was only after the money but showing absolute determination .

Iris said , Deal ! If the test proves she isnt related , well sign an agreement , severing all mother daughter ties and giving up any inheritance rights ! From now on , well have nothing to do with each other ! Fine .

My lawyer is outside .

If you dont trust the process , you can call your own .

Ellison stood firmly beside Joycelyn , his 1/3 73 % Chapter 265 broad palm resting on her shoulder , shielding her as he systematically handled the situation .

Octavia took her father to get his broken finger treated and arranged for a nurse to take blood samples for the DNA test .

To ensure fairness and accuracy , Ellison paid for an express one hour result , conducted by the highest ranking specialist .

For Joycelyn , that hour was long , complicated , and agonizing .

But for the Mercer family , they were certain of their victory .

An hour later , the results came out .

Joycelyn saw the words on the DNA test .

It said , No biological parent child relationship .

In that moment , the heavy weight in her heart was completely lifted .

Tears spilled uncontrollably from her eyes , yet her hands trembled as she held that thin piece of paper .

They were not biological mother and daughter .

So all the schemes , exploitation , and a lack of love were answered .

Because they werent truly mother and daughter , there was never any reason for kindness.

Any remaining ties of family affection had been severed with just one piece of paper ..

This is perfect ! Joycelyn , youre just a stray we picked up , so dont even dream of getting a single cent of the compensation money ! Is the agreement ready ? Print it out now .

Were signing immediately ! Octavia was more excited than ever .

No need to go outside .

The hospital directors office has a printer .

Ellison spoke calmly .

The Mercer family was too impatient to think about why Ellison had the authority to give orders to the hospital director .

Fine ! Lets go print it there ! Joycelyn , youre not your mothers real daughter , so dont think about getting a dime ! Once we sign , were done for good , and you can rot away somewhere far from us ! Phineas sneered with greed .

Fine , add that to the agreement .

As for the surgery fees I paid for my mother in law , lets consider that repayment for all the years of raising Joycelyn .

Ellisons tone shifted slightly .

Deal .

Well do it just as you said .

Joycelyn carefully put away the DNA report , wiped her tears , and smiled .

It was a relieved , liberated smile .

The Mercer family assumed she was just accepting defeat , so they became even more arrogant .

The agreement was drafted quickly , reviewed by both parties lawyers , and signed with fingerprints .

From this moment on , all their ties were severed .

Joycelyn said , Mrs.

Mercer , I wish you a speedy recovery .

I paid for your life saving treatment twice .

Once as repayment for raising me , and this time as a final farewell .

From now on , we will go our separate ways .

Iris turned her head away , refusing to even look at Joycelyn .

Joycelyn didnt care .

She reached for Ellisons hand and walked out of the hospital room .

A burden she had carried for years had finally been lifted .

The relief was indescribable .

Fantastic ! That wretched girl is finally out of our lives ! Now , we can finally enjoy our money in peace ! The Mercer family instantly started celebrating , already discussing how to split the eviction money , dreaming about how they would soon become rich overnight and live a luxurious life .

Meanwhile , outside the hospital , Ellison gently wiped away Joycelyns lingering tears .

From now on , well make our new home .

2/3 10:25 Tue , 11 Mar Chapter 265 Joycelyn smiled and nodded , no longer crying .

73 % Ellison took out his phone and made a call .

Put a halt to the demolition project behind Central Street .

Announce that the Mercer familys unruly behavior has caused issues , and the entire project will be relocated and redesigned .

Joycelyn turned to him in surprise .

Wait … that demolition project belongs to the Grant Group ? Ellison smirked slightly .

It does .

But Ive decided not to go through with it .

Lets see how they feel when the money they thought was in their hands slips away .