Chapter 69 Joycelyn clenched her left hand tightly on her lap .
79 % 1 At that moment , she couldnt help but feel some resentment toward Ellison .
He had promised to keep things low key , but there he was , openly wearing a matching couples wedding ring , which only put her in an awkward position .
But after some thought , she realized Anna was the one stirring the pot , and logic told her not to let her frustration be directed at Ellison .
Youre the one trying to make a scene here .
Are you aiming to embarrass me , Mr.
Grant , or Ms.
Wilson ? Or maybe you just want to make yourself feel better ? Joycelyn responded with a question , her tone calm but pointed .
Anna had been gloating , thinking she would get the upper hand .
She had spent enough time with Linda to know Ruby couldnt stand anyone overshadowing her .
Anna thought that by putting Joycelyn in a difficult spot , Ruby would turn on her , but Joycelyns cool , collected reply caught her off guard .
Annas smug expression faltered , and she seemed flustered .
I … I just want you to stay in your place and stop creating rumors that could damage Mr.
Grants reputation , Anna stammered , her eyes darting nervously at Ellison , whose cold gaze made her nervous.a looked at Ellison Grant , who had a cold expression .
She was so frightened by his cold gaze that she stuttered .
Joycelyn smiled faintly and then said , How many people in this company are wearing the same wedding ring ? Does that mean everyones Mr.
Grants lover ? Does that show any respect for him , or for the others around here ? Ellison put his fork down with a sharp clink , his icy gaze settling on Anna with an intensity that could freeze anyone in their tracks .
The company has a clear policy .
Anyone spreading false rumors that damage the companys image will be fired immediately , Ellison stated , his voice low and threatening .
Anna , her face going pale , jumped to her feet and bowed frantically .
Mr.
Grant , I didnt mean to offend you .
Its her .
She pointed at Joycelyn , her voice sharp with frustration .
Its her ! Shes been showing off that matching wedding ring , and at the annual meeting , some people even saw her sneaking into Mr.
Grants room , but you werent there .
Shes the one trying to seduce Mr.
Grant , spreading these rumors ! In a panic , Anna tried to deflect the blame onto Joycelyn , hoping to escape the consequences of her actions .
Joycelyns composed expression froze for a moment , but she quickly regained her calm .
She pulled the corners of her lips up in a faint , sarcastic smile .
The other employees in the cafeteria were watching , stunned , as Anna tried to drag Joycelyn down with her .
If Joycelyn showed any hint of nervousness or embarrassment , it would only fuel the rumors .
So , who exactly saw this happen ? Bring them forward to confront me , Joycelyn said , her voice unwavering .
She knew Anna had gotten this information from Linda .
If Linda was dragged into it , she would surely back down .
Joycelyn didnt care if anyone doubted her , her eyes cold as she continued , Youve caused trouble and spread slander .
If Mr.
Grant doesnt step in , tomorrow the whole company might be gossiping about me and him .
What then ? Joycelyn sighed , her expression a mixture of helplessness and frustration as she glanced at Ellison .
23 1/3 Road Romance 1220 TIM Chapter 69 Apologize , pack up , and leave .
Or , if you prefer , we can take legal action after a proper investigation Villivors reci through the tension .
His cold , stern gaze made Anna flinch .
The atmosphere grew heavy , the tension palpable .
Anna , terrified by Ellisons words , nearly choked on her own words , feeling as if the world was collapsing around her .
She slumped into her seat , her shoulders shaking with Aw Im sorry ! Im sorry , Joycelyn ! Ill kneel , please , just ask Mr.
Grant not to fire me .
I was just being , fordish , I didnt mean any harm .
Please forgive me ! Anna pleaded , her voice desperate .
Joycelyn wasnt about to let herself be manipulated into feeling sorry for her .
She wasnt grong , to let Anna moralize and guilt trip her .
Joycelyn said , If you truly understand youve wronged me and apologize sincerely , Ill accept it .
But if youre only apologizing because Mr.
Grant put pressure on you , then no .
Youve never respected me , She added , Sometimes , one rumor can ruin someones life .
Im lucky that Mr.
Grant stood up for me .
You cant escape the consequences of your own words .
After speaking , Joycelyn stood up , took her tray , and calmly walked to the recycling station .
She left without looking back .
Once Joycelyn was out of everyones sight , the tension that had been holding her body together evaporated .
She felt utterly drained , as though all her energy had been sapped from her .
Sweat dotted her forehead , and it was clear how anxious and terrified she had been earlier .
She had been on edge , worried that one wrong word or glance could give others reason to doubt her .
At least she had gotten through it , but she couldnt help but realize just how much scrutiny and attention came with being in a high position , how many eyes were watching her every move .
Joycelyn , are you alright ? Aurelia quickly caught up with her , noticing she didnt look well .
Im fine , Joycelyn said , shaking her head .
Dont worry .
Mr.
Grant already told her to leave .

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Hes angry , didnt even finish his meal , Aurelia comforted , her voice soft as she tried to reassure Joycelyn .
Im fine , Joycelyn repeated , taking a deep breath to compose herself .
Aurelia glanced behind them and saw a tall figure approaching .
Mr.
Grants coming , she warned .
Joycelyn nodded and began walking toward the washbasin .
Joycelyn , come to my office , Ellisons voice , cool and clear , cut through the air as he passed her , his eyes unreadable .
Joycelyn turned off the tap and looked at him , her tone soft but firm .
Mr.
Grant , if you have something to say , you can tell me now .
Its after hours , and Id prefer not to go to your office .
Ellison paused , his gaze flicking to her .
She appeared calm , her face serene , but her eyes were a little red , her expression tight with the underlying tension she was trying to mask .
Her fair and obedient face looked as if nothing had happened , but her expression was tense , her eyes were slightly red , and there was a hint of stubbornness in her eyes .
Her defiance and quiet strength stirred something in him , and his tone softened slightly .
Then lets talk for a moment .
7 1226 Thu , 13 Feb QU Chapter 69 No need , Joycelyn replied bluntly .
If theres nothing important , I need to rest , With that , she turned and walked toward the elevator , her face expressionless .
She knew Ruby was following her , and she wasnt about to let Annas words slip through unnoticed .