Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 415: A New Beginning

It was the first day of work. The employees who had received offers arrived at the office, their faces glowing with excitement. For those who had switched jobs, this was a fresh start, a new chapter in their lives. Everyone seemed eager to prove themselves.

For the recent graduates stepping into the workforce for the first time, their hearts were filled with hope and anticipation. Ian and a few of his friends, dressed in suits and ties, had shed their carefree college personas.

"We're really starting work here today. It still feels like a dream," one of them remarked.

"Yeah, and no more skipping class or sleeping in. Nobody's going to cover for you now," another teased.

"Ugh, back in school, I couldn't wait to get out of that cage. But now that I'm free, I kind of miss it," someone else added with a sigh.

"Joining the workforce is just entering another type of cage. How many people truly escape it? Unless you become your own boss," a friend replied, shrugging.

Their conversation grew reflective as they realized how much life had changed. School had been full of carefree moments-skipping classes, ordering takeout, staying up all night gaming. But the workplace was a different world. Success here required strategy, focus, and a willingness to fight for one's interests.

"Ian, you've been acting distracted lately. Don't tell me you're not excited to start work?" one of them asked, noticing Ian staring off into space.

"No, of course I am," Ian replied hastily, snapping out of his thoughts. He had been thinking about Aurora. This was her company. Did that mean he would get to see her often?

"You've been zoning out a lot lately. First happy, then dazed. Don't tell me you're lovesick?" Leonard teased.

"Shut up! What nonsense are you spouting?" Ian retorted, glaring at him.

"Wow, touchy, aren't we? Come on, tell us. If you're not into Gemma, who's caught your eye now?" the group prodded, their curiosity piqued.

She was wearing a white, ultra-short dress that showcased her long legs, her hair cascading down her back. Her makeup was flawlessly applied, striking the perfect balance between sweet and seductive. Her outfit exuded a mix of innocence and

couldn't believe he had dared to look

is easily within reach, it's taken for granted. But once it's out of reach, it becomes the one thing

knew Ian's capabilities well. Back in school, she had overlooked him because his family background couldn't satisfy her materialistic cravings. But now that they were entering the workforce, Ian seemed like a promising prospect-a potential "good investment" for

Ian's recent coldness only fueled her desire to win him back. She was convinced he was just throwing a tantrum and that with a

Please take care of me," Gemma said

playfulness came across as

insincere and cloying. Her gestures, once endearing, now seemed calculated and repulsive

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you got in too. But work isn't like school-there's nobody here to do your assignments for

against me? Why do you always speak so harshly?" Gemma feigned hurt, her voice tinged with mock innocence. She genuinely couldn't understand why Ian disliked her so much. Aside from leading him on in

tension, the others quickly stepped in to

together. Let's not ruin the vibe-today's a fresh start for everyone!"

him," Leonard added with a laugh, though he hid a secret of his own. He

Ian's eyes lit up the moment he saw her, his

immediately. She recognized that look-it was the same way Ian used to look at her, with admiration and longing. But now,

Ian's line of sight,

It was her.

black lace knee-length dress, paired with a tailored trench coat. She wore no stockings, only a pair of elegant black stiletto heels. Her sleeves

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