Chapter 54 Chapter 54 Joycelyn sprinted out of the area quickly , managing to turn a corner just in time to avoid Ellison .
She sighed , relieved once she was sure she had lost him .
Blending in with the crowd of guests , her mask drew attention , but luckily , she had acted quickly , taking two floors down before exiting via a different elevator to avoid being spotted .
+13 In the underground parking lot , she unlocked her car , though she hadnt driven it herself today Selene had taken the wheel for her .
Joycelyn , you dont look so good , are you feeling alright ? Selene glanced at her , concerned .
Im fine , just a bit tired from today , Joycelyn quickly made up an excuse , not wanting to explain the chaos of the night .
Shed been feeling off due to her period and the shock earlier , now utterly exhausted .
Yeah , its been a long day , but hey , at least we pulled through , and made some good money ! Selene said cheerfully , still full of energy .
Joycelyn couldnt feel the same excitement .
She checked her phone .
Several missed calls from Ellison .
Just seeing his name made her stomach churn with anxiety .
The birthday cake she ordered had already arrived at home , and she had even looked up some online decorations for the event .
But now , she worried whether Ellison would be even more upset once he saw them .
She sighed , staring blankly out the window , wishing she could skip this whole day and jump straight to tomorrow , when everything would hopefully be forgotten .
Selene , sensing her mood , asked gently , Whats wrong ? You seem down .
Did you two fight ? Not really … but I think I pissed him off , Joycelyn replied quietly , her voice laced with worry .
Selene immediately frowned .
With someone like you , he should be grateful , not angry .
You should call him over here , and well teach him how to be a proper boyfriend .
Joycelyn shook her head , her eyes distant as she gazed out the window .
Her usual lively spark was gone .
Its Okay , Ill handle it .
I just need to sleep it off after getting drunk tonight .
Tomorrow will be a fresh start , she said , trying to reassure herself .

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You should still call him .
We can grab a late night snack together , Selene suggested .
I dont have my charger , my phones almost dead , Joycelyn answered , and to make her point , she reached into her bag and switched off her phone .
Sorry , the number youve dialed is unavailable … The cold mechanical voice on the other end made Ellisons expression darken .
He thought , She actually turned her phone off ? Meanwhile , Haddy approached Ellison , asking softly , I heard Leon mention your sister in law is here too , should we switch locations and grab a late night bite ? 15:34 Wed , 12 Feb JJ O Chapter 54 52 % Ellisons eyes were cold , and he stuffed his phone back into his pocket , barely glancing at Haddy .
No , lets just head back .
Alright , see you next time , Haddy said , though he was clearly curious but didnt press the issue .
Ellison headed home first , planning to confront Joycelyn .
Unbeknownst to him , Joycelyn and her coworkers were still enjoying late night snacks and drinking heavily .
She was thoroughly drunk by the time they were ready to leave .
Joycelyn , where do you live ? Let me take you home , Selene asked , noticing how red Joycelyns face was from the alcohol .
Joycelyn , leaning on Aurelias shoulder , drunkenly giggled .
Youll never guess where I live … She almost blurted out the address but was interrupted by a loud hiccup .
Laughing off the moment , she leaned into Aurelias arm and drifted off to sleep .
Selene and the others exchanged looks .
I think something happened between her and her boyfriend , she hasnt been right since the car ride .
Selene , determined , grabbed Joycelyns phone .
We need to call your boyfriend and get him to pick you up .
And well give him a piece of our minds .
She smirked as she powered on the phone .
Still got half the battery left .
Selene unlocked it using Joycelyns fingerprint and scrolled through the contacts .
She didnt see any boyfriend or dear labels but did notice a few missed calls from someone with a very imposing name .
Who is this important person ? Joycelyn , what did you get yourself into ? Selene muttered , half annoyed .
Joycelyn mumbled something incoherent in her sleep .
Selene shrugged and dialed the number , putting the phone on speaker to get the confrontation over with .
Ellison answered immediately , his voice cold as ice .
You finally turned it on ? The chilling tone made Selenes blood run cold .
Her anger evaporated , replaced by an uneasy feeling , as did Aurelia and the others .
This mans aura was overpowering , giving off a sense of authority and intimidation familiar , yet unnerving .
You … youre Joycelyns boyfriend ? Selene stuttered , the realization hitting her .
15:34 Wed , 12 Feb