Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Ignoring Joycelyns pleading glances about the marriage license lison settled into his chair with the air of an honored guest .
Get well soon , Grandma .
We need you for the wedding ceremony , he announced casually .
A jolt of panic shot through Joycelyn .
Wedding ceremony ? That hadnt been part of their deal .
Reading her alarm , he added smoothly .
Nothing elaborate justan intimate family gathering at home .
Relief softened Joycelyns features .
A small ceremony seemed manageable .
Finally , something to live for ! Isoldes face glowed with newfound energy as she beamed at Joycelyn .
Indeed youll need your strength to spoil those great grandchildren ! Luna joked .
Joycelyns head snapped toward Ellison , but he merely offered that infuriatingly calm smile .
Outside the hospital room , Joycelyns face buried beneath her mask .
Though shed refused the priceless bracelet , her new grandmother in law had pressed a wooden box of modest gifts upon her .
Ellison carried the box , watching with amusement as his wife practically fled down the corridor .
This is a private facility , he remarked , matching her pace effortlessly .
Complete discretion guaranteed I know , she mumbled .
This was clearly a premium medical facility she could tell from the upscale environment .
Then why the cat burglar routine ? He cracked open the box , letting the diamond light dance briefly .
These were Grandmas 18th birthday gifts .
She must see something special in you .
We cant accept these ! She halted abruptly .
Theyre far too valiable .
That emerald bracelet was my grandfathers engagement gift , le mentioned casually .
Or did you prefer that instead No ! Theyre both too much .
Her whisper held real panic .
On her entry level salary , such luxuries belonged in another universe .
Youll take me as your husband but balk at a few trinkets ? His eyes sparked with challenge .
Their gazes locked , sending heat rushing to her cheeks .
The elevators here .
She darted forward .
He followed her inside , carrying the box with one eyebrow raised his handsome features wearing their usual cool expression .
the entrance , while waiting for the valet , she gathered her courage , asking , Are we heading to the office now ? He responded with a simple MI About the office … maybe I should take a separate taxi .
Best to avoid any gossip .
Between her mask and denture posture , she Exclusive Profila 12:53 Mon , Feb 10 0 Chapter 10 looked exactly like some junior assistant trailing her imposing less .
2.48 % 2 Her beautiful , expressive eyes , still slightly swollen from yesterdays crying , combined with her gentle , refined manner to create an even more striking contrast with his commanding presence .
How do you usually commute ? he asked .
Electric scooter .
Bus in bad weather , she answered honestly .
His lips curved .
Did you have a drivers license ? Yes Curiosity brightened her eyes .
Take my car today .
Tomorrow youll choose one from my garage he said .
Even through her mask , her shock was evident .
His cheapest vehicle cost millions shed be tabloid fodder ! A few thousand- a month employee driving a luxury car would become a walking scandal .
Thanks , Mr.
Grant .
But I cant handle million dollar cars , she protested , shaking her head vigorously His brow furrowed at her formality .
The contrast between this tumidity and that nights boldness almost made him laugh .
Walking closer , he tilted her chin up .
You werent this shy when exploring my abs that night , were you ? Crimson flooded her face .
Her whole body burned with embarrassment , her eyes flickering with protest .
Public place ! Keep your distancel She dreaded being caught .
His status already drew enough attention any scandal would destroy her life while leaving him untouched .
Public opinion terrified her , especially given his status as the object of countless socialites affections .
Youre my wife , Joycelyn , not a fugitive , he sighed .
Though I worry youd faint if I removed that mask .
I know , but … Her gaze dropped .
Tm nobody .
Youre elite .
Different worlds She bet he couldnt possibly understand her position .
If they ever separated , his life would go on unchanged , but shed be forever marked .
People would dig into every detail of her life , dissect her past , and shed never know privacy again Without any emotional foundation between them , she couldnt trust him to protect her if problems arose .
Every time she thought about it , worry consumed her .
She had no idea what had possessed her that drunken night .
And then , after that blow up with her family left her desperate , shed impulsively rushed to him for marriage .

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The valet brought their car around and opened the door for Ellison .
Ill grab a cab ! She turned to f Get in .
Were buying you something suitable .
Before she could protest , hed settled her into the passenger seat with the wooden box , which she clutched carefully , terrified of damaging the precious diamonds inside .
What kind of car interests you ? he asked as he slid behind the wheel .
My scooter works fine , she replied timidly .
Its too far from my place .
His tone held fond exasperation Ther scooters too slow .
12:53 Mon , Feb 10 O Chapter 10 Warmth bloomed in her chest no one had ever considered her needs before .
She couldnt help but smile shyly .
Just pick something , he insisted .
Noticing there werent any bus stops near his villa this morning , he realized her scooter might actually draw more attention .
She pulled up her phone and searched for her favorite car model .
Well , Ive always liked this one … She displayed a tiny , cute two seater with cartoonishly large headlights .
I wanted one but couldnt justify the cost .
How much ? he asked .
Almost 20,000 dollars , she pouted .
He stared at her as if shed suggested riding a unicom .
This toy car is street legal ? Its adorable ! She scrolled through photos enthusiastically .
He raised an eyebrow , shooting her an exasperated look .
Seriously ? Have some ambition .
48 % The thought of a budget car sitting in his premium parking space was almost comical the spot alone cost ten times more than her choice of vehicle .
Oh , heres a four seater version fully loaded for more than 30,000 dollars ! she said excitedly .
He just stared at her silently .
Shed never seen his usual composed expression crack into such utter disbelief .
I really cant handle fancy cars.
Lets forget it , she said , putting away her phone and sitting properly .
Well get that one then , he conceded , seeing her spirits fall .
When his Rolls Royce glided into the budget dealership , the staff erupted .
That cars worth more than our inventory ! a salesman exclaimed .
Theyre actually here to buy ! Phones appeared at every window , with nearly every employee pressed against the glass Drive forward , Mr.
Grant , Joycelyn bounced anxiously , nearly shaking Ellison in her panic .
Theyre filmingt About to unbuckle his seatbelt , he glanced up at her agitated movements and drew in a measured breath .
So Im something to be ashamed of ? E