Chapter 68 Mr.
Grant actually came to the employee cafeteria ? Quick , eat , eat ! Selene exclaimed in awe one second , then quickly ducked her head to continue eating .
Her flustered expression was just as nervous as Joycelyns .
She still remembered how tense the last meal was in the cafeteria .
Aurelia , on the other hand , was a little more composed , not making a scene like the others .
She quietly ate her meal without stealing glances at the CEO or whispering with excitement .
Is this seat taken ? Williams polite voice interrupted the moment , as he asked while standing near the table .
The three of them looked up at the same time .
They froze for a second before shaking their heads .
The colleagues sitting next to them had just finished and left , and the table had been cleared by the cleaning staff .
Joycelyn , cheeks puffed up , couldnt help but steal glances at Ellison .
She tried to subtly signal him to sit somewhere else , but Williams next words sealed her fate .
Mr.
Grant , this seats free .
Lets sit here , William said , setting Ellisons meal down before making an inviting gesture .
Ellison nodded and gracefully took his seat .
His position was just across the aisle from Joycelyn , slightly diagonal , an undeniable presence she couldnt ignore .
Joycelyn gripped her fork tightly , trying to maintain her composure .
The employee cafeteria wasnt short of talented and attractive young people , but as soon as Ellison entered , his inherent , aristocratic aura made everyone else fade into the background .
The lively chatter slowed down , and the atmosphere shifted .
After Ellison sat down , Joycelyn didnt want to draw attention to herself , so she quietly focused on her meal roast ribs .
She had decided to eat everything she used to deny herself , and this time , she would eat twice as much .
There was no need to hold back .
Meanwhile , Ellison sat elegantly , savoring his meal without a care for her discomfort .
His wedding ring , worn with effortless poise , only added to his cool , restrained aura as a married man .
Unable to resist , Joycelyn glanced up , only to meet his eyes for a brief , electric moment .
Her heart skipped a beat , and she hurriedly shoved a piece of rib into her mouth , praying no one would notice their exchanged glances .
She instinctively placed her left hand on her lap to hide the ring .
Ellison blinked once , his eyes deep and calm , though there was a hint of mischief in them .
Well , Mr.
Grant .
What a coincidence , youre eating in the employee cafeteria ? A sweet , familiar voice broke the silence .
Joycelyn and the others immediately turned toward the sound .
1/9 Chapter 68 It was Ruby , wearing the same kind of ring as Joycelyn , and walking alongside none other than the woman who hard .

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comforted her at the birthday party .
Joycelyn paused her chewing , suddenly relaxing , her eyes lighting up with curiosity She had the distinct feeling that something interesting was about to unfold .
And sure enough , her eager expression didnt go unnoticed by Ellison .
His brows furrowed slightly , and his presence seemed to grow even more commanding .
William , may I sit next to you ? Cecilia asked with her usual casual confidence .
Before William could respond , she had already seated herself .
Ruby , why dont you sit next to Mr.
Grant ? Cecilia continued , her voice sweet as honey .
You two had a bit of a misunderstanding last time .
Itd be great to clear the air today .
After all , with yesterdays press conference success , youll be Mr.
Grants genius chief designer .
Mr.
Grant , you dont mind , do you ? Ruby asked , though her tone was careful , cautious even , as she moved toward Ellisons side .
Joycelyn couldnt look away from Ellisons face , watching as his icy expression grew even colder .
He had a way of carrying himself that exuded power and control .
His thin lips parted slightly , and he said with calm , unmistakable authority , I mind .
Those close by , especially the ones shipping them as a couple , gasped in surprise .
Joycelyn was no exception .
Ellisons cold , merciless face was enough to intimidate anyone , and Rubys persistence seemed almost painful to witness .
Ruby froze for a moment , but her resolve was stronger than Joycelyn had expected .
She smiled softly , her tone now gentle .
Alright , I understand .
Its a bit crowded here .
Ill sit with Cecilia instead .
With that , she walked over to Cecilia , sitting across from Ellison .
Ellisons frown deepened , and his gaze , sharp as a blade , momentarily flickered toward Ruby before returning to his meal .
Cecília , ever the loyal follower of Ruby , immediately jumped in to defuse the situation .
She said , Ellison , yesterdays press conference was truly remarkable .
My brother was supposed to come for the talks , but he couldnt make it , so I came with Ruby .
We thought wed try out the companys cafeteria .
Do you always eat here ? Ellisons brows twitched with displeasure as he responded coldly , You always talk this much , or is it just when youre eating ? Cecilia fell silent , and the atmosphere grew incredibly awkward .
Joycelyn , sitting across the aisle , could hardly bear to listen .
Ellison was incredibly patient with her , a lot more lenient than she would have been if she were in his shoes .
Ruby , undeterred , tried again .
Ellison , after yesterday , Ive become a trailblazer in this field .
If we keep working together , I can make Grant Group even more successful .
2/3 12:26 Thu , 13 Feb 0 Chapter 68 4.79 % 顾 Ellison shot back with icy sarcasm , Youve spent quite a bit buying up influencers , havent you ? Leon wont even answer my calls anymore .
Joycelyn , eating her meal in silence , couldnt help but admire her husbands sharpness as he put the ambitious socialite in her place .
It was clear that Ruby wasnt getting what she wanted .
What a coincidence , Joycelyn .
Ms.
Wilson and Mr.
Grant dining together , and your knockoff wedding ring is nowhere to be found .
Are you hiding it because youre embarrassed ? Anna walked over , carrying her plate , clearly unaware of what had just happened .
She immediately stirred the pot , saying it loud enough for Ruby to hear .
Well , no surprise there .
I mean , pretending to be a couple in front of Ms.
Wilson , making everyone think youre with Mr.
Grant … that must be pretty embarrassing , right ? Anna said with a mocking smile .
Annas words were meant to provoke , and Rubys cold gaze locked onto Joycelyn , sending a chill down her spine .
Her eyes were full of malice , like knives ready to cut .
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