Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Her family was a pit of vipers , and the last thing she wanted was to drag him into their poison .
If I cared about status , we wouldnt be married , Ellison stated , his handsome features cast in elevator shadows .47 % What ? She dabbed her eyes , studying him .
She had always thought their marriage had been purely impulsive .
She now wondered if he had investigated her background beforehand .
No family could outrank mine .
His voice carried no emotion beyond cold fact .
Protecting ones wife is basic duty .
Relief and gratitude washed through her .
Without him , things could have ended horrifically .
Thank you .
Her voice caught .
I thought marriage would fix everything Instead , Ive only made it your problem too .
Shed hoped marriage would be her escape from this toxic family , but now shed dragged him into this mess .
If you want- she began softly .
Enough , he cut off her attempt at offering divorce .
Were going home .
The elevator doors opened and he released her hand .
Still overwhelmed by emotional pressure , she barely registered the loss of contact .
Her spirits had hit rock bottom , and the thought of going home filled her with dread .
Given Ellisons icy nature , he wouldnt simply tolerate being insulted by the Mercers and dismissed as a gold digger .
Their accusations had sown the seeds of their own destruction Did you drive here ? She sniffled .
Yes , he replied simply .
Theyre probably watching from above .
Your car would give everything away maybe take mine ? she suggested .
His expression spoke volumes .
Eight faces pressed against upstairs windows as Ellison folded his frame into Joycelyns tiny car .
What a loser , Octavia sneered .
Wasting that pretty face on a nobody when she couldve married money .
Her plans to profit from Joycelyns marriage were evaporating Tomorrow we hit her office , Phineas spat .
Iris , stay out of it .
This is for your own good or she is a waste 4 faise .
But her job … Iris protested weakly .
Not our problem anymore .
Shes married .
You just need to focus on being my wife , Phineas commanded .
Iris didnt dare retort , her tears falling silently , You still have me , Moin ; Octavia cooed , linking arms with her other .
Were family we need you even if she doesn 12:54 Mon , Feb 10 0 Chapter 15 At least you understand .
Iris sighed .
Octavia smirked .
She believed that Joycelyn wouldnt let her mother suffer alone .
효로 475 월 Ellison could barely sit straight in the cramped car .
Hed already asked his assistant to retrieve the Rolls Royce .
You look quite uncomfortable .
Want to wait while he gets the car ? Joycelyn watched his granite profile nervously .
Eaten yet ? He changed the topic .
No.
She shook her head .
Having rushed over straight from work her stomach was too full of anger and anxiety to feel hunger .
Im not hungry .
Besides , I still need to buy bedding and stuff .
You should go ahead and eat .
Lets eat together , he said , his face darkening .
His curt tone matched his obvious discomfort .
We could visit the grocery shop and cook at home ? she ventured .
I dont cook .
His brows furrowed slightly .
I do ! Pretty well actually perfect way to thank you for the car .
Her mood lifted slightly away from her familys toxicity .
William stocked the house .
Hell deliver whatever ingredients you need , he explained , speaking more than usual .
It was unlike him to elaborate so much , but he seemed concerned she might misunderstand if he didnt .
Isnt that awkward ? She hesitated .
She understood the power of wealth and influence one word from him and everything .
would be taken care of But hav William Vance , his trusted right hand man and a prominent figure in the company , handle their personal matters gave her pause .
She worried their marriage wouldnt stay secret for long .
Its fine .
You probably prefer avoiding crowds too , she conceded Just have him send what you like .
He handed her his unlocked phone .
Call William .
His focus remained on driving , profile unchanging .
But … we agreed to keep this private .
William … she sputtered .
Hes my right hand .
He knows more than you do , he said .
Ordering around an executive assistant still made her stomach kpot .
Could I just call while you tell him what to do ? she asked .
Then we eat out .
His patience visibly thinned .
Dreading public exposure more , she reluctantly dialed , telling William to have ingredients delivered for dinner at home , making sure to include whatever Ellison liked to eat .
What about you ? What do you like to eat ? Ellison asked at a red light .
Oh … Im not picky .
Years of dependence had erased her preferences .
Having enough was luxury enough .
Then we get the most expensive .
His approach was straightforward he never struggled with decisions .
He either wanted everything , or he simply chose whatever was finest and most expensive .
12:54 Mon , Feb 10 O Chapter 15 Maybe some ribs and steaks ? Do you eat pork ? she asked .
247 % Its easier to get used to luxury than to give it up , she mused .
If I let my tastes get too expensive now , Ill struggle with simpler living later .

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Prime beef was usually too pricey for her to indulge in , so she only got to savor a taste every now and then .
His brow furrowed .
No.
Okay .
What about curry ? Like that curried lamb from the team dinner last time ? I know how to cook , she probed .
No.
His face remained expressionless .
His flat tone and demeanor made her feel like shed somehow offended him , sending a little flutter of anxiety through her stomach .
Okay , I didnt think you would , she muttered , quickly pressing her lips together and falling silent .
Of course not , she thought .
He probably has steak and seafood for every meal .
These simple home cooked dishes and .
ordinary ingredients are probably beneath his notice Any dietary restrictions ? Favorites ? she tried again , wanting to know more about him .
Not picky , came another curt response .
Oh .
She fell silent , reading his irritation .
Not picky but no pork or curry ? she mused .
He must define pickiness differently 401 Meanwhile , William arrived at the designated spot for Ellisons Rolls Royce just as Cedric posed with it , gushing like a fanboy Life goals right here ! He preened , injury forgotten Think of the chicks youd pull bro ! his brother encouraged , They bounced around like starstruck teenagers , completely lacking class .
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