Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 433: Put Away Your Little Thoughts

Ian watched as Aurora leaned gently against Julian's chest, not resisting his touch. She nestled by his side like a delicate bird, and the sight struck Ian.

The two of them truly looked like a perfect pair. If Ian had just moments ago felt that his reflection with Aurora in the mirror made them seem a little closer, now, watching her with Julian, he realized they were the ones destined for each other.

A perfect match: the man was handsome and elegant, while the woman was coldly beautiful yet tender in her own unique way. Only with Julian could Aurora reveal her softer, more delicate side.

Julian exuded a strong possessiveness, making it clear to Ian that this woman was his, warning him not to entertain any ideas.

"Mr. Barnet, we owe this to the president; she brought us here for styling," Ian said, feeling a sense of inadequacy as he stood before Julian. Julian was like the moon amidst a galaxy of stars, dazzlingly radiant, while Ian saw himself as nothing more than a dim, insignificant speck.

"This tie clip is quite nice," Julian remarked, gently brushing his fingers over the tie clip Aurora had just helped Ian try on. She had only wanted to see how it looked.

"If you like it, Julian, it's yours. I was planning to give it to you anyway," Aurora said without hesitation.

Ian heard her words, and a bitter taste filled his heart. Julian, however, despite knowing the circumstances, seemed unwilling to accept something Ian had worn, even if it was just for a moment.

"I do like it," Julian said, his tone light, "but I think this one suits Ian better. I'll take this one instead." He casually picked another tie clip from the selection.

Even Aurora, as perceptive as she was, could feel the undercurrent of tension in the room. The atmosphere grew awkward.

"This is also one of our store's newest designs, sir. You have excellent taste," the shop assistant chimed in.

"Great, I'll take it," Julian replied with a faint smile.

Julian. After a moment of thought, she realized why-he must have assumed she'd come shopping specifically with

his shoes, she understood. If she ever saw Julian shopping with another woman, she would undoubtedly feel upset, too. It was her oversight not

said, heading toward the register with the sales assistant. This time, Julian

of them could hear, said, "Put away your little thoughts. Don't even think about my

tightly, his emotions swirling in turmoil. He had always been clear about the situation-he wasn't worthy of Aurora, and she already had someone by her side. He had never imagined anything

for Aurora in an instant, leaving Ian feeling deeply humiliated, as if he wanted to disappear

paying, he walked over to her and

with work. We drove here ourselves," Aurora replied, shaking her head. She knew Julian had spent days accompanying her to relax and taking care of Hayden, leaving his work piling up. She couldn't possibly ask him

carrying

just don't let it

Let's go," Julian said, wrapping his

mall manager stood by, watching as his boss left with a woman in his arms. Nearby, Rocky

is over, I

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him out anymore. Let's go," Rocky said,

of the car, Julian held Aurora tightly in his arms, unwilling

second. The thought of her being in the same car as Ian earlier had left him deeply

you like this tie clip?" Aurora asked, fastening

From the moment they got

clip more," Aurora teased, her

other men to me," Julian said, his expression darkening. He couldn't stand the way Ian looked at Aurora. He knew he couldn't stop others from admiring her-Aurora was exceptional, after all. Even if he drove Ian away, there

gently nibbling on his earlobe. "Yes, I'm jealous," Julian admitted, lifting her chin. "You took