Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 68 Mr.

Grant actually came to the employee cafeteria ? Quick , eat , eat ! Selene exclaimed in awe one second , then quickly ducked her head to continue eating .

Her flustered expression was just as nervous as Joycelyns .

She still remembered how tense the last meal was in the cafeteria .

Aurelia , on the other hand , was a little more composed , not making a scene like the others .

She quietly ate her meal without stealing glances at the CEO or whispering with excitement .

Is this seat taken ? Williams polite voice interrupted the moment , as he asked while standing near the table .

The three of them looked up at the same time .

They froze for a second before shaking their heads .

The colleagues sitting next to them had just finished and left , and the table had been cleared by the cleaning staff .

Joycelyn , cheeks puffed up , couldnt help but steal glances at Ellison .

She tried to subtly signal him to sit somewhere else , but Williams next words sealed her fate .

Mr.

Grant , this seats free .

Lets sit here , William said , setting Ellisons meal down before making an inviting gesture .

Ellison nodded and gracefully took his seat .

His position was just across the aisle from Joycelyn , slightly diagonal , an undeniable presence she couldnt ignore .

Joycelyn gripped her fork tightly , trying to maintain her composure .

The employee cafeteria wasnt short of talented and attractive young people , but as soon as Ellison entered , his inherent , aristocratic aura made everyone else fade into the background .

The lively chatter slowed down , and the atmosphere shifted .

After Ellison sat down , Joycelyn didnt want to draw attention to herself , so she quietly focused on her meal roast ribs .

She had decided to eat everything she used to deny herself , and this time , she would eat twice as much .

There was no need to hold back .

Meanwhile , Ellison sat elegantly , savoring his meal without a care for her discomfort .

His wedding ring , worn with effortless poise , only added to his cool , restrained aura as a married man .

Unable to resist , Joycelyn glanced up , only to meet his eyes for a brief , electric moment .

Her heart skipped a beat , and she hurriedly shoved a piece of rib into her mouth , praying no one would notice their exchanged glances .

She instinctively placed her left hand on her lap to hide the ring .

Ellison blinked once , his eyes deep and calm , though there was a hint of mischief in them .

Well , Mr.

Grant .

What a coincidence , youre eating in the employee cafeteria ? A sweet , familiar voice broke the silence .

Joycelyn and the others immediately turned toward the sound .

1/9 Chapter 68 It was Ruby , wearing the same kind of ring as Joycelyn , and walking alongside none other than the woman who hard .

comforted her at the birthday party .

Joycelyn paused her chewing , suddenly relaxing , her eyes lighting up with curiosity She had the distinct feeling that something interesting was about to unfold .

And sure enough , her eager expression didnt go unnoticed by Ellison .

His brows furrowed slightly , and his presence seemed to grow even more commanding .

William , may I sit next to you ? Cecilia asked with her usual casual confidence .

Before William could respond , she had already seated herself .

Ruby , why dont you sit next to Mr.

Grant ? Cecilia continued , her voice sweet as honey .

You two had a bit of a misunderstanding last time .

Itd be great to clear the air today .

After all , with yesterdays press conference success , youll be Mr.

Grants genius chief designer .

Mr.

Grant , you dont mind , do you ? Ruby asked , though her tone was careful , cautious even , as she moved toward Ellisons side .

Joycelyn couldnt look away from Ellisons face , watching as his icy expression grew even colder .

He had a way of carrying himself that exuded power and control .

His thin lips parted slightly , and he said with calm , unmistakable authority , I mind .

Those close by , especially the ones shipping them as a couple , gasped in surprise .

Joycelyn was no exception .

Ellisons cold , merciless face was enough to intimidate anyone , and Rubys persistence seemed almost painful to witness .

Ruby froze for a moment , but her resolve was stronger than Joycelyn had expected .

She smiled softly , her tone now gentle .

Alright , I understand .

Its a bit crowded here .

Ill sit with Cecilia instead .

With that , she walked over to Cecilia , sitting across from Ellison .

Ellisons frown deepened , and his gaze , sharp as a blade , momentarily flickered toward Ruby before returning to his meal .

Cecília , ever the loyal follower of Ruby , immediately jumped in to defuse the situation .

She said , Ellison , yesterdays press conference was truly remarkable .

My brother was supposed to come for the talks , but he couldnt make it , so I came with Ruby .

We thought wed try out the companys cafeteria .

Do you always eat here ? Ellisons brows twitched with displeasure as he responded coldly , You always talk this much , or is it just when youre eating ? Cecilia fell silent , and the atmosphere grew incredibly awkward .

Joycelyn , sitting across the aisle , could hardly bear to listen .

Ellison was incredibly patient with her , a lot more lenient than she would have been if she were in his shoes .

Ruby , undeterred , tried again .

Ellison , after yesterday , Ive become a trailblazer in this field .

If we keep working together , I can make Grant Group even more successful .

2/3 12:26 Thu , 13 Feb 0 Chapter 68 4.79 % 顾 Ellison shot back with icy sarcasm , Youve spent quite a bit buying up influencers , havent you ? Leon wont even answer my calls anymore .

Joycelyn , eating her meal in silence , couldnt help but admire her husbands sharpness as he put the ambitious socialite in her place .

It was clear that Ruby wasnt getting what she wanted .

What a coincidence , Joycelyn .

Ms.

Wilson and Mr.

Grant dining together , and your knockoff wedding ring is nowhere to be found .

Are you hiding it because youre embarrassed ? Anna walked over , carrying her plate , clearly unaware of what had just happened .

She immediately stirred the pot , saying it loud enough for Ruby to hear .

Well , no surprise there .

I mean , pretending to be a couple in front of Ms.

Wilson , making everyone think youre with Mr.

Grant … that must be pretty embarrassing , right ? Anna said with a mocking smile .

Annas words were meant to provoke , and Rubys cold gaze locked onto Joycelyn , sending a chill down her spine .

Her eyes were full of malice , like knives ready to cut .

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