Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

The dynamic between the man and woman had shifted. Earlier, she had taken the initiative; now, it was his turn.

Watching Julian tenderly care for the woman in his arms, one couldn't help but wonder-what woman wouldn't want to trade places with her? To be cherished so gently by him must surely feel like the height of happiness.

Mira averted her gaze with a complex expression. As a woman, she could sense how deeply Julian adored Aurora.

Hmph, just a woman who traded her looks for everything she had now. How long could she really hold his attention? With that thought, Mira turned away without looking back.

Aurora's face was flushed from Julian's passionate kiss. Surrounded by onlookers, she quickly pulled him aside, embarrassed. After all, he was the one who had said he'd keep her company for half an hour.

"Little Bunny, were you angry just now?" Julian teased, clearly amused. The way she had impatiently pulled him down for a kiss was so unlike her usual self.

Having spent so much time with Aurora, Julian knew her personality inside and out. What she had done was nothing more than a declaration of ownership.

This side of her delighted him. He loved how much she cared about him.

"And you're still laughing? Why didn't you tell me earlier that the person you're working with is Mira?"

"I told you last night-it's the CEO of Life. I thought you'd figure it out yourself. Besides, I've never paid attention to who's a man or a woman. To me, she's just a business partner," Julian explained.

Aurora believed him. She felt the same way; even if she interacted with others for work, it was purely professional.

She didn't even give it a second thought. If every little thing required reporting to one's partner, wouldn't that kind of relationship feel suffocating?

a colleague, and Aurora wasn't the type to throw a tantrum over such

she said. "It's just that I seem too weak in comparison. Some people think I'm not good enough

understood Mira's perspective. She couldn't blame her- Julian was simply too

match or not is up to me to decide. Don't overthink it. I'll try to come back as soon as I can," Julian said, affectionately ruffling her hair. To him, she would always be

you arrive," Aurora replied. She wouldn't let Mira's presence shake her trust. Even if she

sour. For the next month, Julian would be spending time with

were determined and ambitious. Women in

wanted to close the gap between them, to stand as his equal. That way, no one could

number is already stored in your phone. If you can't reach me, you can call him. Once I reach the hotel, I'll send you the number as well,"

a bit embarrassed. "Who actually asks someone to check up

up-it's about giving you peace of mind,

security, especially

But I don't plan to give you that chance.

comes a day when you can't contact me directly, you'll still have other ways to

I don't want you to go through the same thing. And don't forget to drink the tea at home every day. Don't skip

talking like this, I really won't want to

no one will remind you to eat properly. Take care of your stomach, stick to a regular eating schedule, and don't overwork yourself. If I come back and find you've

it. Why didn't I notice before how naggy you are?" Aurora felt like crying. She finally understood how Julian must have felt the last

hear it anymore," Julian said, lightly tapping her on the head, careful not

it? You can call me and remind me-tell me to drink tea, dress warmly, and eat on time," Aurora said, trying to lighten the mood. After all, this wasn't a permanent farewell. They would see each

call you every day to make sure

lingered, reluctant to part. But as the final

If anything happens, let