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?"

"Asher treats you well too," he said quietly, naming the one

wasn't concerned about Hayden, Eric, or Ian. Hayden had betrayed Aurora and was permanently blacklisted in her heart. Eric had tried to take advantage of

different. Asher was devoted to Aurora, always treating her with warmth and care. He had never done anything to hurt her. With Aurora heading to New York, it was

how long she would be away this time? The uncertainty gnawed

Ashy? I've told you before-he's a friend, like family to me, but never a lover. If we were going to be together, it would've happened

many women who like you. Don't you dare flirt with anyone while

kiss to her fingers. "My heart has been yours for the past fifteen years. No one else could

and only," Aurora whispered, her

they shared the slowest dinner they'd ever had, savoring every moment together. Aurora had already booked a flight to New York for the next morning, wanting to make the most

make up for the time they would spend apart. Aurora understood Julian's feelings completely,

her go. Aurora had barely slept two hours before he gently woke her.

softly, "Little Bunny, it's

eyes, realizing the moment had come. As she looked at Julian's handsome face, a wave of

your face makes me so sad," she said, her fingers

creatures. Once we form a habit, losing it becomes the hardest thing of all." He

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

"Okay," she replied softly.

little longer, they finally got up. Julian prepared a simple breakfast, which Aurora ate with

one day, I'll cook breakfast for you and our baby every morning," she said with

agreed, his own smile