Chapter 30 Chapter 30 In the restaurant , the group started by raising their glasses to Aurelia , toasting her promotion .
After that , they chatted for at little while .
During the conversation , it was mostly Selene and Aurelia who were talking excitedly , with Selene treating Ronny like an old friend .
She wasnt shy about venting her frustrations with Linda , almost as if she were enjoying a sense of triumph Ronny , you cant tell anyone about this , okay ? I still need to work under her , Selene whispered conspiratorially .
Dont worry .
I havent heard a thing .
Ronny replied with a smile , playing the role of waiter .
He would occasionally join in the conversation , but mostly focused on cutting the steaks .
With a fork in one hand and a knife in the other , his movements were precise and graceful .
Director Finch , heres your sirloin steak .
Be careful , its hot , Ronny said .
Thanks , Mr.
Downs .
Youre so thoughtful ! Aurelia took the plate with both hands , clearly appreciative .
I can do it myself , Joycelyn said , not used to being fussed over like that .
She politely declined when Ronny tried to take her steak away .
Its really no trouble , the steak is too hot .
You dont want to burn yourself , Ronny insisted .
Its fine , he just loves cutting steak for people .
This pasta is really good too .
You should try it , Selene said , pointing to a small dish of pasta .
Joycelyn couldnt argue with Selene , so she reluctantly put down her knife and fork .
Thanks , Mr.
Downs .
Its nothing , Ronny replied with a gentle smile .
Joycelyn glanced over at Aurelias plate , where the steak had been sliced with absolute precision each cut neat and perfec It was clear that Ronny wasnt just careful , he was also a bit of a perfectionist .
Ronnys movements were elegant .
He started from the left side of the steak , cutting from the outside in .
He fixed the steak with his fork , then sliced off a perfect bite sized piece with his knife .
Every cut was so precise it looked almost artistic .
All done , Ronny said , sliding the plate of steak toward Joycelyn .
Thank you .
Joycelyn was about to reach for the plate when suddenly , she felt a sharp , intense gaze fixed on her .
Without thinking , she looked up .
Her clear eyes locked with a pair of dark , piercing ones .
She froze , thinking , Ellison ? What is he doing here ? The sunlight poured in through the large windows , outlining his strong , angular features .
His face , sharp and defined , seemed almost sculpted in the golden light .
His eyes , calm but unwavering , carried a chilling intensity that made the atmosphere around him feel charged .
Joycelyn stiffened and quickly looked away , trying to make herself as inconspicuous as possible .
She thought , Please dont notice me , please dont notice me ! But of course , Ellison walked straight over to their table .
Out of the corner of her eye , Joycelyn could see his black trousers perfectly fitted around his long legs , his stride purposeful 17:06 Tae , 11 Feb MO Chapter 30 and unhurried .
Her heart , which had been racing in her chest , seemed to drop into her stomach .
Mr.
Grant , the waitstaff greeted him respectfully as he approached .
Aurelia and the others all turned to look .
Mr.
Grant , Aurelia and Selene both stood to greet him .
Ronny glanced up , saw Ellison , and also stood , offering a polite greeting .
Mr.
Grant .
健 : 52 % But Joycelyn , feeling frozen in place , remained seated , her entire body tense .
Her mind was spinning , and all she could hear was the buzzing sound in her ears .
Ellison glanced at the table full of food .
Dining , I see .
Yes , we were celebrating Aurelias promotion .
By the way , Mr.
Grant , youve gotten even more handsome since the last time I saw you ! Selene , the little fangirl , couldnt help herself, her eyes shining with admiration .
Then , would you mind if I joined you ? Ellison asked smoothly , his voice calm but with an underlying authority .
Selene stared , wide eyed , completely caught off guard .
She quickly glanced over at Aurelia .

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Aurelia , being the more composed one , and Ronny , with his gentle manner , both invited Ellison to sit .
The waiter , ever so attentive , brought over a chair and placed it behind Ellison .
Mr.
Grant , please have a seat .
Ellison sat down gracefully , his deep , cold gaze settling on Joycelyn .
The steak is cut quite well .
Joycelyns lashes fluttered in shock .
She mustered the courage to glance at Ellison seated beside her .
His face was as cold as always , his expression unreadable , but her heart was racing , almost leaping out of her chest .
Well … Joycelyns voice came out a little muffled , too nervous to sound calm .
What does Mr.
Grant prefer to eat ? Ronny asked politely .
I think the one thats already cut looks good , Ellison replied , his gaze never leaving Joycelyns tense face .
His eyes darkende , as though he was scrutinizing her every move .
Joycelyn could feel his gaze like a weight pressing on her .
It was clear from the beginning he wasnt interested in the food- he was focused on her .
I havent eaten yet , Joycelyn said quickly , trying to ease the tension .
If Mr.
Grant doesnt mind , you can go ahead .
She slowly pushed the steaming , neatly cut steak toward Ellison .
You go ahead and eat first , Mr.
Grant .
Ill cut my own steak for you , Ronny said , placing a fresh fork next to Ellisons plate .
then looking back at Joycelyn .
Ms.
Maynard , did you injure your hand ? Cant cut the steak ? Ellisons voice was still as cold as ever , but it carried a tone of superiority , like he was speaking from a place of power .
No , Joycelyn quickly denied , shaking her head .
Its not her hand , Mr.
Grant , Ronny explained .
She was chatting , so I cut it for her .
Mr.
Downs is very considerate , Ellison remarked , his voice still frosty .
Youd make a great waiter here .
The moment the words left his mouth , the atmosphere at the table dropped to absolute zero .
Even Ronny , who was usually calm and composed , could feel the bite in Ellisons tone .
52 % Chapter 30 Joycelyn immediately felt the need to protect Ronny , who was unfairly caught in the crossfire .
She quickly tried to smooth things over .
I was just being too picky .
Its no trouble at all , really .
Please , go ahead and cat , Mr.
Downs .
Ill ask the waiter to bring me another plate .
She tried to sound casual , but the tension was so thick that anyone with eyes could feel it .
Thankfully , Ronny was a man of grace .
He smiled lightly .
If Mr.
Grant thinks its okay , Ill give it a try ? Go ahead and eat , Joycelyn said quickly , trying to steer the conversation in a different direction .
Let me take another look at the menu .
Mr.
Grant , would you like anything else ? Just order whatever you think is good , Ellison replied , his tone as neutral as ever .
Joycelyn froze .
Her heart skipped a beat , and her face turned pale .
She thought , Is he doing this on purpose ? Is he trying to make this awkward on purpose ? She didnt dare to look at Aurelia or Selene .
The whole meal suddenly felt like a trap closing in on her .
She felt cornered , like a fish caught in a net .
Ill just order a little more then , Joycelyn said , forcing a tight smile .
Ronny glanced at her , his eyes betraying a hint of concern .
But he didnt comment .
Instead , he calmly picked up his plate , cutting his steak with slow , deliberate movements , savoring it .
Ellison took a bite , then called the waiter over .
Please bring me a new one , medium rare .
This ones cold.
The flavors off He set his fork down and wiped his mouth with anapkin .
There wasnt a trace of anger on his face , but his presence quiet and commanding was enough to make everyone at the table fall silent .
At that moment , no one dared to say a word not even Aurelia or the usually talkative Selene .
Ellison wasnt here just to eat .
It felt more like he had come to assert his dominance , as if he were the one in control .
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