Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Aurora had intended to tell Julian about what had happened, but he had come home late, and he'd had quite a bit to drink.

Although not completely drunk, he was mildly tipsy. Still, he made an effort to stay clear-headed, cleaned himself up thoroughly, and only then lay down in bed. Even under such circumstances, he thought of Aurora, afraid the lingering scent of alcohol might bother her.

"Sorry, Aurora, I came home late tonight," he said softly, pulling her into his arms with an apologetic tone.

"It's okay, Julian. Get some rest," Aurora replied, noticing the exhaustion in his eyes. She decided to tell him tomorrow, not wanting to burden him further.

She nestled her head against his chest, wrapping her arms tightly around his waist. His familiar scent calmed her.

Usually, it was Aurora who fell asleep first while Julian stayed up late. But tonight, perhaps due to the alcohol, Julian bid her goodnight and quickly drifted off. Aurora, lying close to him, also slipped into a deep sleep. Whoever that person was, she had no reason to be afraid. She would face whatever came her way.

At dawn the next morning, Aurora woke up early with no trace of her previous melancholy. Julian, after a full night's rest, had sobered up as well.

Seeing Aurora already dressed, Julian pulled her into his arms. "Little Bunny, waking up to see you every day is such a blessing."

Aurora understood the depth of his words. He was likely remembering the lonely mornings of his past, waking up alone after a night of drinking.

"Julian, you'll never be alone again," she said, hugging him back. She was about to tell him what had been on her mind the day before when Julian seemed to remember something.

"Oh, Little Bunny, I have to go on a business trip for a while. You'll need to behave at home without me," he said with a smile.

"A business trip? Where to?" Aurora asked. Although business trips were nothing new to them, the thought of him leaving still made her reluctant to let him go.

"Paris. Last night, I had dinner with the CEO of Life Corporation. She's interested in expanding into the Clothville market, and I'm eager to break into the French market," Julian explained briefly, and Aurora immediately understood.

"So, you're forming a partnership?" she asked. Aurora had always been aware of Julian's ambition, though it was usually hidden behind his love for her.

have assets in Europe, but the market hasn't fully opened up

long will you

give anything to take you with me. I'll go crazy if

abandon her responsibilities to accompany him. "It's okay. A month will

then, it'll already be the New Year. I'll come back early-I can't bear to

"When are you leaving?"

delegated the company's tasks to Rock, and Phil will be stepping in to help. I won't be going to the office this morning,"

off; I'll see you off instead,"

things for you,"

like a wife, carefully preparing

meticulously organized his clothes. In the past, he never liked to bring much on business trips. Whatever he needed, he'd simply have someone buy

seeing Aurora thoughtfully pack everything for him-from cufflinks and ties

someone could always buy you what you need, having it all prepared and within reach is much more convenient," Aurora said as she arranged his outfits. Each set of clothes

Rock arrived to carry the luggage, he was visibly surprised. In the past, his boss traveled light, taking only essential documents and a passport. But today, with two

heartwarming. As he

the check-in and baggage drop-off while Julian and Aurora

me off. This is the first time I'm seeing you off," Aurora said as she adjusted his slightly

soon. If your work isn't too busy, come visit me. Treat it as a vacation, okay?" Julian said, tucking a stray lock of her hair behind her

reluctance to part was obvious, and their striking appearances drew the attention of everyone around them.

night, Mr. Barnet left in such a hurry because he couldn't bear to leave his beauty behind," a playful female voice

see a group of people approaching. Leading them was

model-like figure could pull off. Standing taller than Aurora, she was likely around

aura.

was adorned with flawless makeup, and her amber-colored

The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Behind her were four bodyguards, and the group's arrival turned heads instantly. Aurora found the woman