Ellison And Joycelyn: A Love Beyond The Rules Novel

Chapter 83 Can you let go of me now ? Youre hurting me , Joycelyn said , hekling out for about half a minute , before finally poking his hand .

The back of his hand was tense , veins visibly bulging , and just aall poke made her fingers feel like they were being pricked .

Ellison didnt let go but loosened his grip slightly .

He took a step forward and , walking side by side with Joycelyn , said , Come to the room with me .

Oh , come on , Ive been through so much today .

Please , let me off the hook , will you ? Joycelyn softened her tone and begged .

She had wanted to sleep in his arms earlier , but now she just waited some space .

Tonight , she was going to sleep by herself .

You already said were in sync in bed , so I need to make sure you get the full experience , Ellison replied , displeased , as he didnt let Joycelyn feel comfortable either .

He grabbed her arm and pulled her toward the master bedroom Joycelyn followed reluctantly , thinking about her period , but she couldnt help but still follow him in tiny steps .

Ellison was a catch , and she wasnt about to let herself feel guilty for sleeping beside him .

Adults know that love and sex can be separate , Joycelyn told herself .

But as she lay beside him and felt his warmth and heartbeat , even she didnt quite believe her own reasoning What was supposed to be a peaceful , cozy night in bed where their breaths synchronized and they seemed to be asleep- lasted for about ten minutes before Ellison couldnt hold back .

Joycelyn , what you said in the bathroom earlier , repeat it for me Ellison asked , breaking the silence .

In the dim light , Joycelyn glanced briefly toward the darkness but immediately shut her eyes tighter , pretending to sleep .

Ellison wasnt sleeping either .

He wanted to catch her off guard .

Joycelyn , wake up .

Ellison shifted , leaning on one arm while using the other to gently pinch her cheek .

He didnt believe she had fallen asleep so quickly .

Joycelyn stayed still , not making a sound , and kept her breathing regular .

Faking sleep , huh ? Ellisons voice was low , and he couldnt stop staring at the small woman lying next to him .

No matter what he did , Joycelyn wouldnt wake up .

But Ellison was determined to get her to respond .

Finally , Joycelyn gave in , letting out a little sigh and reaching up to hold him .

She nestled her head comfortably into the crook of his arm .

Her fragrant and soft body rubbed against his chest .

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Chapter 83 She cuddled closer , and Ellison stopped , allowing her to rest in his arms .

He wrapped his arm around her shoulders , pulling her closer to help her sleep , The next morning , Joycelyn was woken up by the sound of her phone ringing .

She groggily fumbled for the phone for a while before answering .

Hello … Are you up ? Come downstairs for breakfast .

Ellisons soothing ice came from the other end .

Joycelyn mumbled sleepily , her voice muffled with sleep , Okay Just as she was finishing , she heard a cheerful barking sound on the other end .

Joycelyn , still half asleep , immediately snapped awake , Without thinking , she got up despite the soreness in her body , quickly slipped on her slippers , and rushed downstairs .

Ellison hadnt gone for his morning run , and was already dressed in a shirt and trousers , sitting at the dining table .

In front of him , a fluffy little white dog sat on the floor .

There was a sort of standoffish vibe between the two Ellison , the imposing figure with a presence that screamed stay away from anyone , and the puppy , who seemed both scared and determined to stand its ground , staring right back at him .

Rocky , Joycelyns eyes lit up as soon as she saw the dog .

The little dog immediately ran towards her , tail wagging like a fan in excitement .

Wow , youve gained some weight since I last saw you , Joycelyn said as she sat down on the floor , scooping Rocky up into her arms and cuddling him .

She couldnt stop sniffing and kissing him .

Ellison sat at the table , watching the scene with a slight expression of distaste , though he tolerated the fluffy dog for her sake .

Wow , you smell so good ! Did you get a bath ? Hows the training going ? Joycelyn continued to shower Rocky with affection , treating him like a baby .

Rocky licked her face , and the bond between the two was undeniable .

Ellison , watching from across the table , furrowed his brow .

He set his utensils down , losing his appetite .

Are you keeping him , or are you going to send him back ? Joycelyn asked curiously .

The puppy seemed to understand and curled up in Joycelyns arms , looking up at Ellison with big , innocent eyes ..

The trainer says hes smart , and hes nearly done with his training .

Im not sending him back , Ellison said , taking a sip of his water , his tone heavier than usual .

Joycelyn , completely caught up in her joy , didnt notice Ellisons displeased expression .

She held Rocky tighter and smiled , Great ! Rockys such a smart little dog .

You can play with him , but after hes bathed , no more carrying him upstairs , and no more bringing him to bed .

Got it ? Ellison added , a slight edge in his voice .

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Chapter 83 Oh , got it .

Joycelyn picked up Rocky and walked over to the so She completely ignored Ellison , her focus solely on the little dog After all , this puppy was the true companion she could call her own .

At that moment , Ellison realized she cared more for the dog than for him .

The dog had completely stolen her attention .

Joycelyn spent the next few days on her vacation , waking up early and staying up late , all while revolving around Rocky She worried about his meals and even more about him being alone .

Every time Ellison came home , she was always with the dog .

He didnt recall her ever showing that much care or patience for him .

The first day , he let it slide .

The second day , he tolerated it .

But by the third day … hed had enough .