Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 443: Separation

Julian arrived on time to pick Aurora up and take her home. The moment she got into the car, Aurora collapsed into his arms. "Julian."

"Little Bunny," he murmured, stroking her hair gently, "I reached out to some contacts in New York. There's an alumnus I know, Mino. He's one of Lockman's prized students. He's not as well-known as NE because he's low-key, but he's brilliant. I've already talked to him about you. He'll introduce you to Lockman when the time comes. Whether you can succeed or not will depend on your own abilities."

Aurora looked up at him, her heart brimming with gratitude. "Julian, thank you so much. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't even have a chance to meet Lockman."

"Silly Bunny, I've told you before-you never need to thank me. I'll make sure someone takes care of your company while you're away. Don't worry about it." His voice was calm, reassuring.

Aurora leaned closer, her head resting against his chest. "Meeting you was the greatest blessing of my life."

Julian held her tighter, inhaling her familiar scent. "It's just a shame that we won't be able to see each other every day like this anymore. Little Bunny, I'm going to miss you so much. Now, to see you, I'll have to cross the ocean."

"Julian," Aurora said softly, "I promise I'll finish my studies as quickly as I can. If I don't go and try, I'll always feel like there's something unresolved in my heart. No matter what happens, I have to give it a shot."

"I know," he replied, though his emotions were conflicted. On one hand, he wanted her to pursue her dreams. On the other, he couldn't shake the unease that something might change during their time apart.

"Little Bunny, you won't leave me, right?" he asked, pulling her closer, as if trying to merge her into himself so they would never be separated again.

Julian's insecurities stemmed from his deep love for Aurora. He cherished her like his life depended on it, shielding her from even the smallest discomfort. Yet, at the same time, he feared that someone else might take her away. He couldn't bear the thought of losing her.

"Julian, you're such a fool," Aurora said with a light laugh. "Even if you weren't so good to me, I'd still never leave you. Once I've decided on someone, I stick with them. Besides, you're the only one I've ever loved. If I left you, where would I ever find another you?"

flicker of doubt lingered in his eyes. "Asher treats you well too," he

his rivals, Julian wasn't concerned about Hayden, Eric, or Ian. Hayden had betrayed Aurora and was permanently blacklisted in her heart. Eric had tried to

heading to New York, it was inevitable that she would see

this time?

If we were going to be together,

about you too. There are so many women who like you. Don't you

and pressed a kiss to her fingers. "My heart has been yours for

now on, you're my one and only," Aurora whispered,

dinner they'd ever had, savoring every moment together. Aurora had already booked

than ever, as if trying to make up for the time they would spend apart. Aurora understood Julian's feelings completely, clinging to

before he gently woke her. He hadn't slept at all, spending the night

o'clock, he called softly, "Little Bunny, it's time to get

moment had come. As she looked at Julian's handsome face, a wave of sadness washed over

face

form a habit, losing

make sure we don't lose this habit, I'll make frequent business trips to New York,"

"Okay," she replied softly.

little longer, they finally got up. Julian prepared a simple breakfast,

breakfast for you and our baby every morning," she said

agreed, his