Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 470: The Human Shield

The next day, as the warm sunlight pierced through the window panes and spilled onto the bed, the man and woman nestled together formed a picture of perfect serenity.

"Good morning," Julian murmured as he woke, his eyes softening at the sight of the woman he cherished. His fingers lovingly brushed through her soft hair as he whispered his greeting.

Looking down, he noticed his hand had been treated. Though the bandaging wasn't exactly neat, every wrap spoke of her care and affection.

"Julian, you're awake? Did you sleep well last night?" Aurora asked, her voice still a little drowsy as she instinctively nuzzled against his chest.

Julian cupped her cheek, his gaze tender. "How could I not, with you here? You worked so hard for me last night."

He recalled how he had fallen asleep in the blink of an eye the previous night. Waking up now, his body felt clean and refreshed, with no trace of discomfort. She must have taken meticulous care of him while he slept.

"I only did for you what you've done for me before. It wasn't hard at all," Aurora replied, her voice already brighter than before. Her body had recovered well, and her energy had clearly returned.

After freshening up and undergoing a final checkup, Aurora was declared healthy again. The doctor reminded her to eat well and maintain regular meals to avoid further issues.

Asher arrived shortly after, bringing fresh clothes for Aurora. The three of them left the hospital together, chatting and laughing along the way.

When they returned to Aurora's residence in New York, Asher stayed for a short while before excusing himself for work. The apartment fell quiet, leaving only Julian and Aurora behind.

After wandering around to familiarize himself with the space, Julian waved her over. "Come here, Little Bunny."

"What is it, Julian?" Aurora asked as she stepped onto the balcony. He pulled her into his arms, and the two of them reclined on the lounge chair, the cool breeze brushing against their skin.

you? Let me tell you. But first, promise me you won't

the need to preemptively reassure her. His Little

jealous,"

admitting it, huh? Who was it yesterday, glaring at me like you wanted to eat me alive?" Julian teased, grinning

his gaze. "I-I

Fine, I was jealous then," Julian chuckled, finding her

a gentle push from her. "Stop it, Julian. Didn't you say you had something serious to tell me? Get on with

light kiss or a simple touch could ignite him, and before she knew it, he'd whisk her off to the bed.

"That year, I left the Alvarez family. I attended high school in Clothville so I could see you, my Little Bunny, whenever

came to college, I realized Clothville University couldn't offer me what

started, that I met a girl in

Aurora felt a twinge of jealousy in her chest. "I've never heard you call another girl 'cute' before," she

tapped her nose. "Don't interrupt. Let me

the complete experience all for free. The next chapter is eagerly

deep dimples that appeared whenever she smiled. And she smiled

the years, so at first, I thought she was just another one of them. But back then, my heart was completely filled with you. All I wanted was to be

didn't pay attention to the other women. But over time, I realized Daria was different

curiosity piqued despite

she'd show up the next day, smiling. She was like a little cockroach-impossible

persistent,

are you thinking? Didn't I promise to wait for you to grow up so I could marry you?

you saying that," Aurora mumbled, feeling a little