Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 456: I’m Here

Aurora followed Denis Vukic out of the office. He was a man of few words-so much so that if you didn't take the initiative to speak, he probably wouldn't say a single word to you all day.

Inside his private elevator, the confined space made Aurora feel the atmosphere grow unbearably awkward. She turned her head to look at the floor indicator, watching as the numbers ticked downward.

When they reached the underground garage, Aurora spotted her Porsche parked nearby. "Mr. Vukic, I drove here. Just give me the address, and I'll follow you," she said.

"Give me the keys," Denis said simply, his words carrying an air of authority that left no room for refusal.

Aurora, puzzled but compliant, handed over the keys, watching as Denis turned and walked away without explanation.

"Mr. Vukic, what are you doing?" she called after him, unable to fathom his intentions. He was an enigma, never explaining his actions or thoughts.

Denis briskly walked to a sleek black car, opened the driver's door, and gestured for the chauffeur to get out.

"President," the chauffeur greeted him respectfully, stepping aside. Denis pressed the Porsche keys into the man's palm. "Drive it back," he ordered.

The chauffeur, knowing the two lived close to one another, left without hesitation.

Only then did Aurora realize what Denis intended-he wanted her to ride with him. No sooner had she pieced it together than Denis opened the passenger door for her. "Get in," he said.

He wasn't like Julian. Julian was never overbearing in front of Aurora; he always treated her with care and respect. Denis, however, left no room for negotiation. With other matters requiring his help, Aurora had no choice but to comply, climbing into the car. Denis got in after her, and in the small, enclosed space, Aurora was startled when he reached over. She realized he was merely pulling out the seatbelt for her. Quickly, she took it from his hands. "Mr. Vukic, I can do it myself," she said hurriedly.

Denis returned to the driver's seat, started the engine, and shifted into gear. As they drove, Aurora glanced at him. His expression was serious, the sharp lines of his face strikingly handsome. Even from a side profile, his features were stunning.

surrounded him, the kind of presence that women found irresistible. Thankfully, Aurora already had Julian. No matter how

up and working by now. He never took more than twenty minutes to wash up and get dressed, then would head downstairs for breakfast. She used to join him for meals. Without her, would he feel out of

Just as she often thought of him, surely he thought of her too.

you thinking about?" he

a moment, curiosity getting the better of her. Denis seemed to be around Julian's age, and someone of his stature

ears. His reply came

Aurora prodded, her curiosity about this enigmatic man

Denis answered, his

decided not to press further. Talking to Denis was always like hitting a wall-he could end a conversation

Aurora's phone rang. It was Julian calling.

is where the adventure continues. Join us for

warm, even from across the distance

know how it'll go yet." She was pragmatic by nature and didn't want

"I should've sent you some

"Noted," Aurora said.

every single dose. If you skip even one, I'll

you don't trust me, you should trust Ashy. Since leaving you-my number one caretaker-I've gotten myself a second

good. I'll have a surprise for you in a few days," Julian said, his tone softening.

tell you now, it won't be a surprise. Just wait and

hang up now," Aurora said, remembering that she still needed to buy tea leaves for Professor

care, and call me if you need anything," Julian

love was conveyed through the cold signals of the phone. Hearing