Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 83 Attending the Banquet

Perhaps it was Julian's efforts in networking for her business, or maybe it was because Asher was coming to visit, Aurora was in high spirits all day. Time flew by, and with a full schedule, she spent the entire day at school.

As she walked out of school, she saw a Rolls-Royce parked at the entrance. She didn't even have to guess whose it was. Julian changed cars more often than clothes. When Aurora appeared, the car window rolled down, revealing a handsome face. "Get in," he said.

Recalling his mention of a dinner party that morning, Aurora didn't hesitate and got into the car. She had just settled in when she took off her glasses and tucked her hair behind her ears. Away from school, her demeanor shifted dramatically.

"I'm exhausted," she declared, no longer restrained in Julian's presence, and slumped lazily against the seat.

Her fatigue had lingered from a hangover the night before, and it had been a struggle to make it through the day. "The day has just begun. You can't give up this early. Shall I give you a massage?" Julian's words made her open her eyes.

"It's already afternoon. Most of the day is gone. How can it just be starting?" she protested.

"The dinner party has been changed to a banquet. I'm taking you with me," he explained.

Only then did Aurora notice the subtle change in Julian's attire. He was dressed in evening wear. "A banquet? Are the Montgomery family and Susan also going to be there?" She would have preferred to show up later if possible.

"Don't worry. Today's banquet is quite special. I guarantee no one will recognize you. I've also invited some CEOs. As for the Montgomery and Simmons families, even if they attend, they won't recognize you. Just stick with me and get to know these CEOs," Julian reassured her confidently, as if he had everything under control.

"With my protection, they'll have to show some respect, and your company's operations will run much smoother. At least, you won't have people blindly stealing your clients," he added, his experience evident in his assurance.

"Thank you." Aurora genuinely appreciated his support.

"No need for thanks. If you really want to thank me, then accompany me..." he started

to say.

his flirtatious banter was

rejected him without a second thought, now speaking to Julian without her usual

out. Is that too much to ask? I've

accompany you. I thought you meant..."

leaned in closer, a mischievous

exactly what she was about to

make a big meal for you." She

I thought

be between us?" Aurora straightened

a stop. Aurora looked around. "Is the

go in dressed

outfit and decided against it, figuring she'd be turned away before even entering. Julian's car was pulled up at the side of the road, opposite a fashion boutique with a distinctly European, luxurious design. Once inside, she realized all items were bespoke,

and as

were coming and couldn't believe it, yet here you are," said

his early thirties, wore simple

attending a banquet with me tonight. Help her get

air that kept others at a distance, except for the rare tenderness he showed only in Aurora's

you can rest over there," Calvin

Julian replied and moved aside

dinners, Aurora was no stranger to such events.

gown," said Calvin, a top name in the fashion industry known for his unique temperament and not