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 .

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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 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 .