Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Mira had navigated the business world for years. She was eight years older than Aurora and unquestionably more experienced. The business world was a battlefield, and those who emerged victorious carried with them an aura of ruthless determination.

In Mira's eyes, Aurora was nothing more than a fledgling who had achieved modest success, likely with Julian's help behind the scenes. To Mira, Aurora was not someone to be taken seriously. Thus, when Aurora reached out for a handshake, Mira was slightly surprised.

Aurora's demeanor matched her own in confidence. Mira hadn't forgotten the sight of Aurora moments ago, nestled in Julian's arms, speaking softly with a smile-a picture of a delicate, dependent woman.

Their hands clasped briefly before parting.

"Mira," she introduced herself curtly, a name already celebrated internationally.

Mira and Julian were opposites in many ways. While Julian maintained a low profile, Mira thrived on attention, ensuring the world not only knew her but remembered her. Aurora, on the other hand, was more like Julian. She sought recognition for her work, not herself.

With a poised smile, Aurora responded, "So it's Miss Mira Julian is working with. I've heard your name many times, but this is our first meeting in person. It's a pleasure, Miss Mira."

"Miss Montgomery, you're impressive as well. I've heard about your perfume and how you managed to surpass the veteran NE." Mira's words were compliments laced with subtle disdain.

At the launch event, Mira had seen Denis Vukic, a man whose talent in perfumery she was well-acquainted with. She believed Aurora's perfume was more Denis's work than hers. Adding to it, Aurora's New York company was managed by Asher, a man, while Julian's influence in promotions was evident.

To Mira, Aurora was no different from those women who relied on men to succeed. It disgusted her. Julian, a principled and refined man, being involved with someone like Aurora, perplexed her.

In Mira's mind, their relationship had to be shallow-at most, a fleeting physical affair. She had already categorized Aurora and Julian's connection.

Mira's equal yet; the woman had years of

hailed as the queen of the business world, had no reason

replied, ending the conversation without delving

assistant was accompanying him on the trip.

We should get going," Mira said, her tone dripping with condescension. She had reduced Aurora to nothing more than Julian's mistress, implying she and Julian were

comment but remained silent,

icy demeanor instantly apparent. A

just my lover. She is my love-my only partner

adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience-all for

clear enough, Julian emphasized his words further, calling Aurora his

feel the weight of Julian's anger. During their discussions the previous day, he had maintained an aloof, professional

the time, though fleeting, and now, faced with his reaction, it became clear. The reason for Julian's coldness was standing

quickly, Mira offered a

assumed you were his girlfriend. My earlier comment

was one of her strengths. Aurora tucked a strand of hair behind

Mira was joking. I apologize

led to your misunderstanding. To prevent further confusion,

clear-Julian and I are not merely

she spoke, Aurora deliberately revealed

assert herself so boldly. Julian,

jealousy endearing. His