Chapter 29 Joycelyn wasnt in the best mood that morning , so she focused on work to distract herself .
Aurelia went to HR and returned with a new work badge , grinning and keeping her head down as she tried not to laugh .
Congratulations to our Aurelia , now promoted to Director ! Selene teased , making a playful face .
It was only then that Joycelyn noticed Aurelia had come back from HR .
Congrats on the promotion , Aurelia ! From now on , itll be Director Finch Joycelyn clapped and cheered .
Thanks to everyones support , Aurelia replied with a smile .
And I owe it to Joycelyns good luck .
How about I treat everyone to lunch ? My treat ! The office burst into cheers at her offer .
Sorry , I have plans , Anna Davidson , Lindas assistant , said coolly , rejecting the invitation .
Their small team had split into two factions .
One group , led by Anna , mostly supported Linda and made up the majority of their department .
They were constantly flattering Linda , hoping to take advantage of her connection with Ellison for career opportunities .
The other group , led by Aurelia , Joycelyn , and Selene , was a no nonsense team who didnt play office politics and preferred .
to focus on getting their work done .
Alright , I wont keep everyone waiting .
Joycelyn , Selene , lets go ! Aurelia said .
Sure , Joycelyn immediately agreed .
Selene , equally excited , whispered something in Aurelias ear .
Aurelia nodded .
Sounds good .
Ill make a reservation .
Well go to that star- rated restaurant next door .
We get a discount with our work badges , she said with a mischievous grin .
Always thinking of us hardworking employees , our amazing Director Finch ! Selene complimented , lost in her thoughts .
Hey , do you think Mr.
Grant doesnt have any scandals because hes into men ? With his body and that powerful aura , hes definitely got that emperor vibe , Selene suddenly blurted out .
Joycelyn , who had been drinking water , immediately choked and started coughing violently .
Her soft , pale face turned bright red from the coughing fit .
Joycelyn , are you okay ? That was some serious coughing .
Aurelia asked .
Im fine , just choked on air , Joycelyn said quickly , waving her hand to signal she was okay .
Take it easy , youre getting all worked up .
Im not worked up .
Joycelyn muttered , wiping her mouth with a tissue , trying to avoid Selenes cheeky gaze .
Selene put on a sly grin .
Joycelyn narrowed her eyes .
Youre definitely up to something .
Me ? Im just an innocent , pure girl , Selene said with a playful wink 17:06 de , 11 Feb M Chapter 29 11 Joycelyn smiled but didnt reply .
If it werent for Selenes constant teasing , she wouldnt have gotten so drunk that night and ended up in that awkward situation with Ellison .
Just thinking about it made her face flush .
She quickly turned her attention back to her work to distract herself .
Lunchtime came , and the three of them left together to head to the restaurant .
It was only a ten minute walk , so they decided to walk there .
Aurelia , Im so happy for you ! Youll be our protector now that youre Director ! Selene and Joycelyn both linked arms with Aurelia .
Of course ! If I hadnt gone with Joycelyn to that drinking party yesterday , I wouldnt have gotten this lucky , Aurelia said with a grin .
Thats because youre so talented , Aurelia .
Mr.
Grant definitely noticed your abilities , Joycelyn said , complimenting her .
The three of them laughed and chatted as they walked , and Joycelyn soon forgot about the awkward moment with Ellison earlier .
When they reached the restaurant , Selene told the other two to go ahead and find a seat while she waited for someone .
Who are you waiting for ? Joycelyn asked .
You two go ahead and order .
Ill catch up in a minute , Selene said just as her phone rang .
She immediately answered it .
Were here , where are you ? she asked .
As Selene chatted on the phone , Joycelyn glanced curiously in the direction she had come from .
Lets go ahead and grab a table .
Mr.
Grant said Ill be getting the Directors salary this month , so todays meal is on me Aurelia said .
Sounds great ! Joycelyns cheeks flushed slightly , still feeling a bit shy .
In the past , when money was tight , she dreaded team lunches because they would eat up so much of her budget .
She also didnt want to accept too much help from others , afraid of owing favors .
But now that she had cut ties with certain people , she felt lighter and more at ease accepting others kindness after all , she could always return the favor later .
Joycelyn loved the steak set at this restaurant .
Once they arrived , they chose a quiet , cozy corner to sit .

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She had planned to sit with Aurelia , but Aurelia went off to the service desk , probably to use her employee discount .
Joycelyn settled down and started flipping through the menu .
Before long , Selene returned , and to Joycelyns surprise , she was accompanied by a tall , handsome man He must have been over six feet tall , with an air of refined elegance and the poise of a young nobleman .
His presence was both graceful and dignified .
He looked vaguely familiar .
Joycelyn , this is my college friends , Ronny Downs .
Hes our companys Art Director .
Ronny looked at Joycelyn and , with a polite smile , extended his hand .
Hello , Im Ronny .
Joycelyn stood up and shook his hand , offering a polite smile in return .
Hello , just call me Joycelyn .
Chapter 29 Ive seen you before , at the annual meeting .
Ronny added .
Joycelyn blinked , a bit surprised .
Her dark eyes widened as she tried to recall where they had mer Ronny smiled gently .
We only crossed paths from a distance .
Its perfectly fine if you dont remember ? Selene grinned and teased , Oh , so you two saw each other from afar and thought , Wow , shes amazing huh ? Thats exactly how I felt when I first met Joycelyn .
Looks like shes popular with both men and women , huh ? Joycelyn smiled , her features softening into a gentle , warm expression .
Youre always so full of compliments Selene giggled mischievously before giving Ronny a playful nudge , guiding him into the seat next to Joycelyn Ronary .
please sit here ! Joycelyn , you dont mind if Ronny sits next to you , do you ? Aurelia is sitting next to me , Joycelyn replied .
Its fine , just one seat , Selene said , making a playful gesture for Ronny to sit .
Then she added .
I sit across from Ronny can chat .
.
Joycelyn said nothing .
She thought , It is better than sitting face to face , and besides , the seats arent connected anyway ! Ronny sat down gracefully , then pushed the menu toward Joycelyn .
Since this is our first time meeting .
I know it might feel bit sudden .
Let me treat you today .
Order whatever you like .
His tone was polite a calm , with a quiet elegance .
His eyes were deep and thoughtful , yet there was a warmth to his gaze .
Joycelyn , absorbed in the menu , didnt think much of it and didnt even consider that this might be a kind of blind date .
Selene , are you still getting the sirloin steak ? Yep .
Selene nodded eagerly .
Joycelyn ordered Selenes usual , then turned to Ronny .
And you , Mr.
Downs ? Ill have the same as you , Ronny replied , his voice warm and polite .
Medium rare fillet ? Joycelyn glanced up at him from the menu .
Yes , thank you , Ronny said , taking a sip of his water and giving a polite nod .
Its no trouble , Joycelyn replied softly , turning her attention back to the menu .
After Selene sat down , her usual playful energy seemed to fade .
She propped her chin in her hands , staring dreamily at the handsome pair across from her .
Her eyes sparkled with amusement , as if she were imagining some kind of romantic pairing , and she wore a knowing smile .
Meanwhile , back at the office , Ellison finished signing the last document , set his pen down , and picked up his phone there were no new messages .
William stood by the door , glancing at his watch before knocking and reporting , Mr.
Grant , Mrs.
Grant has gone out for a meal .
Shes at the restaurant next door … and shes with a young man .
Ellison frowned , looking up with a dark expression .
A young man ?