Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 286 Chapter 286 The black Maybach sped along the road .

Ellison picked up Kingston halfway and drove toward a remote county on the outskirts of the city .

Mr.

Grant , what brings you here in person ? Kingston was genuinely surprised .

Well , I wanted to assess the other persons character firsthand , Ellison replied .

Merely reviewing the results wasnt enough for him .

If the other partys character seemed lacking , their family dynamics questionable , Ellison would be unwilling to let Joycelyn see them .

Deciding to investigate further , he chose to make the trip in person and observe things discreetly .

Mr.

Grant , Ive sent the information about the family to the iPad .

You can take a look , William , who was driving , said , glancing at the reports his men had gathered .

Ellison unlocked the iPad and tapped open the file .

He meticulously reviewed the information about the lester family .

He traced their lineage through mitochondrial analysis , which ended up relating to Joycelyns mother , and pieced together their story from local census records , forming a general understanding of the familys background .

Ellison continued scrolling , and it wasnt a pleasant read .

The Lester family lived in a poor , isolated mountain village .

They had six daughters and one son , of which three daughters had been sent away , leaving only three behind .

It was a typical patriarchal family .

From a genetic standpoint , the familys appearance could generously be called ordinary .

In harsher terms , they were unattractive their features collectively paled in comparison to the two stray dogs Joycelyn had rescued .

Ellisons face tightened .

His thin lips pressed into a straight line , his demeanor exuding displeasure .

Are you sure this is the right family ? he asked , his voice edged with frustration .

Yes , we contacted the local police , and this is the information they provided , William quickly explained .

May I take a look ? Kingston asked , noticing Ellisons reaction and eager to see the results himself .

Ellison handed over the iPad .

A family like this doesnt deserve someone like Joycelyn , Ellison said sternly .

Are you certain the results are accurate ? The results are correct , but this family is … average .

They dont even come close to your wifes appearance , Kingst commented , comparing the familys plain features to Joycelyns .

He couldnt help but notice their resemblance to his sister when she was younger .

This family is so ordinary and poor … How did the woman end up in one of the citys most upscale hospitals when she gave birth to her fifth daughter ? And her child was born in the same year as my sister ? Kingston furrowed his brow .

Lets take a look , Ellison suggested , leaning forward .

Sure enough , the report about that famillys poverty mentioned that Joycelyn , the fifth daughter , had been born in a high- end hospital .

1/4 94 % +13 Chapter 286 The records noted that she had gone missing shortly after birth .

But whether she was lost or abandoned , no one could say for sure .

Ellison and Kingston exchanged a look , both sensing that something was off .

My sister was lost once , but she was found and sent to an orphanage by a good Samaritan , Kingston explained .

Its similar to what Joycelyns been through .

But Ellisons suspicions only grew stronger , This is definitely not Joycelyns real family .

If we had gotten this information carlier , we wouldnt have come here , Ellison said .

A family that had sent away three of their six daughters to ensure they had a son didnt deserve someone like Joycelyn .

Well recheck everything once we get to them , Kingston said quietly , Just as the words left his lips , a large truck suddenly appeared from a side road and charged straight toward them .

Bang ! The first vehicle was sent careening into the greenbelt with a loud crash .

Seeing this , William immediately swerved the steering wheel , trying to avoid the collision .

Mr.

Grant , look out ! William shouted , as the second car darted forward , trying to cut the truck off .

But the truck seemed to go berserk .

Instead of braking , the driver floored the accelerator and slammed into them again .

The cars rocked violently as Ellison glanced out the window , surveying the perilous situation .

With its massive frame , the truck shoved the two cars against each other and sent them careening toward the guardrail .

Beyond the guardrail was a steep hillside ! Jump out of the car ! Ellison immediately shouted at William and Kingston , urging them to escape .

In the next instant , both Maybachs were sent hurtling into the guardrail by the truck .

Boom ! A deafening explosion shook the valley on the outskirts of the countryside , causing nearby mountains to tremble as if hit by an earthquake , ***** No ! Joycelyn suddenly awoke , drenched in sweat .

She had dreamt of Ellison covered in blood , collapsing in front of her .

By the time she reached for him , it was too late .

The nightmare had jolted her awake in terror .

Ellison ? she called hoarsely , her throat dry and her voice trembling from the vivid dream .

Joycelyn was exhausted and hungry , Glancing at the clock , she was surprised to see it was already afternoon .

She turned on the lights , and the curtains automatically opened , letting the daylight flood in , replacing the cold darkness .

Joycelyn ! Sandras voice called from downstairs .

2/4 07:58 Thu , 13 Mar Chapter 286 Im up .

Joycelyn replied , taking a sip of water from a glass on her nightstand .

Joycelyn , somethings happened to my brother ! Sandras voice grew more frantic , and when she burst into the room , Joycelyn saw tears streaming down her face .

What happened ? Whats wrong ? Joycelyns heart skipped a beat at the sight of Sandras distress .

94 % 1 They found news about your parents .

At noon , my brother went to pick them up in person , but halfway there , they were hit by a big truck .

Both their car and the truck rolled down the mountain and exploded ..

Sandra said .

The glass in Joycelyns hand slipped from her fingers , hitting the soft carpet with a soft thud .

What did you say ? She gasped at Sandras words .

The news felt like a blow to her chest , draining her of all energy .

She tried to stand but the room spun , and she collapsed back onto the bed , her body weak and trembling .

How is he ? What about the others ? I heard that two of them died on the spot .

The rest are still unaccounted for .

Haddy and Leon have already gone there .

I didnt dare stay home Im afraid Grandma will worry and get scared if she finds out , Sandra sobbed , burying her face in Joycelyns arms .

Tears blurred Joycelyns vision .

Hearing that two had died on the spot felt like a knife to her heart , and the pain almost made her faint .

Its going to be okay … Hes going to be okay ! Joycelyn sobbed , her voice shaking .

Her pale face betrayed her effort to stay calm , clinging to the hope that Ellison would survive .

Sandra , listen , your grandma cant find out about this .

Where did the accident happen ? Lets go there , Joycelyn said .

I just found out too .

Haddy said it was a car accident two hours ago , and search and rescue efforts are underway .

Sandra , still crying , struggled to catch her breath .

Just as she spoke , the phone rang .

Answer it , Joycelyn urged , clutching her chest as if to hold herself together .

Sandra answered the call , and Leons breathless voice came through .

Ellison is found .

They found them ! Theyre both alive and being taken to the hospital .

Go to Grace Haven Hospital .

Be careful .

Joycelyn and Sandra both exhaled in relief , and without hesitation , they rushed out toward the hospital .

About thirty minutes later , Joycelyn and Sandra arrived at Grace Haven Hospital .

The ambulance that brought Ellison to the hospital had not yet arrived .

Inside the hospital , Joycelyn saw Leah waiting near the emergency entrance , her eyes red from crying .

Leah shot Joycelyn a glare filled with resentment as she walked by .

Sandra informed Joycelyn that Kingston was in the car too , and it took a moment for Joycelyn to process this .

She felt a pang of guilt .

They had both been in the accident while trying to help find her family .

Joycelyn wiped away her tears and silently prayed for everyones safety .

Just then , a rural couple walked past her , their sharp eyes scanning everyone .

Joycelyn frowned slightly but ignored them .

3/4 13 Chapter 286 Suddenly , the sound of an ambulance siren blared , and Joycelyns heart leaped .

0 After the rural couple finished looking at each of them one by one , they saw Leah .

Their shrewd eyes suddenly lit up .

The rural couple exchanged glances and then approached Leah .

+13 One of them leaned in and whispered , Are you Maria ? We heard you were looking for your parents .

We waited for you for a long time , but when you didnt show up , we decided to come here by ourselves .

When seeing the elegant Leah , the womans eyes filled with anticipation , clearly expecting to see a rich daughter .

Leahs eyes widened with tension , her gaze turning cold .

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