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.

Europe, but the market hasn't fully opened up for

long will you be

I think. I need to survey the market. Honestly, I'd give anything to take you with me. I'll go crazy if I can't see you for a whole

own work lately, knew she couldn't abandon her responsibilities to accompany him. "It's okay.

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

"When are you leaving?"

and Phil will be stepping in to help. I won't be going

You don't need to see me off; I'll see you off instead," Aurora suggested after glancing

pack your things for you," Aurora said, letting

was becoming more and more like a wife, carefully preparing her husband's belongings for

liked to bring much on business trips. Whatever he needed, he'd simply have someone

everything for him-from cufflinks and ties to shirts, coats, and shoes-he felt an

Aurora said as she arranged his outfits. Each set of clothes was paired with matching shoes, and by the time she

boss traveled light, taking only essential documents and a passport. But today, with two fully packed suitcases, it looked more like a vacation

he put it,

baggage drop-off while Julian and Aurora stood near the

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

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

appearances drew the attention of everyone

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

Leading them was a woman in her early thirties with sharp, piercing

to her calves-a style only someone with a model-like figure could pull off. Standing taller than Aurora, she was likely around

aura.

her amber-colored

chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Behind her were four bodyguards, and the group's arrival turned heads instantly. Aurora found the woman familiar. Then it clicked-this was Mira, the CEO of Life Corporation. Aurora had seen her in magazines and Forbes' billionaire rankings