Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Aurora stayed home as Julian suggested. After all, what did it matter what they did as long as they were together? Besides, she wasn't feeling well, and staying indoors on a snowy day was the best choice.

Today, with some rare free time, they finally had the chance to watch the movies they'd missed when they were released.

Julian was in the kitchen, not far away, making coffee. Watching Aurora's lips curl into a smile at the movie's plot, his heart warmed.

Aurora, I'm sorry, but as long as you stay by my side, that's enough.

He didn't want her to go out, fearing something might happen-what if she ran into John Walsh? The best solution was for her to remain at home, safe and sound.

Aurora, completely unaware of his concerns, hugged a pillow as the movie captured her full attention.

Julian walked over with a steaming cup of coffee. Through the rising mist, Aurora saw the gentleness and affection in his eyes.

Even though she knew he protected and doted on her willingly, Aurora still felt a little up in the clouds. She thought her life was too perfect now, so perfect it frightened her- what if one day, she lost it all?

"Julian, let's watch it together," Aurora said, taking the coffee and placing it aside. It was still too hot to drink.

"Alright."

Before meeting Aurora, Julian had been a busy man. He rarely had time for things like movies. Sitting beside her, he held her close, listening to her soft, joyful laughter in his

arms.

He glanced at the darkening sky outside. It was night now-that person probably wouldn't keep waiting.

"Julian, what are you looking at? I feel like you've been a bit distracted these past few days," Aurora said, looking at him. She wasn't sure if it was her imagination, but although Julian still treated her as tenderly as ever, there seemed to be a shadow in his expression, as if something was weighing on his mind.

"It's nothing."

he didn't look like it

been so busy," Aurora said, her thoughts never even brushing

head and went along with her assumption. "It's fine.

have to worry about me. You know I'm not a clingy person. I..." Aurora's voice grew worried, fearing she had disrupted Julian's life too

her into his arms. "Silly Little Bunny, don't you think I know

anyone. You could stand at the top all by yourself, pushing everyone else beneath your feet. But I can't

embrace. "Alright, but don't

finish this movie and go to bed. You didn't sleep well last night, so tonight, go to bed early," Julian said, pressing a kiss to her

you to

she stopped, Tina's face would reappear in her mind- their hurried farewell and the

refusing to contact her, Aurora felt utterly lost. "No news yet. I'll let you know as soon as I hear anything," Julian replied, his biggest fear being that Aurora

his shirt lightly, her attention drawn back to the movie. Julian watched her laugh so freely, but his heart grew heavier. He sighed

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distinguished middle-aged man had been sitting by the

few times, but every time, his answer was the same: Wait a

see the bustling crowds below and the endless flow of cars. The snow continued to fall, hour after hour, cold

who the elegant man was waiting

figure was impressive, without a hint of excess weight. His deep-set eyes, however, were filled with

strikingly handsome, a mix of features that spoke of his heritage. If he looked this extraordinary now, one could

young women these days admired men like him-mature, steady, and refined. And judging by his designer clothes, it was clear he

people hesitant to approach. He sat there quietly, as still as

the restaurant was closing. Most patrons had left

for someone, and everyone understood how unpleasant

"Alright, I understand."

pulled out cash from his wallet

phone. Since the message he'd sent last night, there had