Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Aurora wasn't discouraged by failing to obtain the ruby. After all, it was just an object, nothing irreplaceable. Losing it only meant wasted time.

"Mona, take Miss Montgomery home first," Heather instructed. Originally, they were closer to Heather's house, so she should have been dropped off first. However, seeing Aurora looking so worn out, Heather's heart ached.

Aurora, though a resolute and capable woman in public, was, in reality, like a child- someone who didn't know how to take care of herself.

If she did, she wouldn't have let her health deteriorate to this point. It was no wonder Julian had always reminded her to eat when he was around.

"That works," Aurora agreed without resistance. She wasn't in the mood to argue. The snow, which had stopped for a week, had started falling again. "Look, it's snowing."

Aurora, draped in a coat over her dress, gazed out the window. To Heather, she looked like a glamorous star, her every movement a work of art.

"Yes, Miss Montgomery, it's snowing. Make sure to stay warm tonight so you don't catch a cold," Heather said. Unintentionally, she had started sounding like a caretaker.

The car stopped in front of a villa. It was Heather's first time seeing Aurora's house up close. In a neighborhood like this, homes didn't come cheap, and Heather couldn't help but feel a little envious.

"Mona, take Heather home. Make sure she gets there safely," Aurora instructed.

"Of course, Miss Montgomery. Don't worry," Mona nodded. Only then did Aurora step out of the car.

Still wearing her evening gown with a coat draped over it, Aurora's entrance didn't go unnoticed. Hayden, who had just returned, saw her. She had clearly attended some grand event.

"Aurora," he called out, stopping her.

enemy, and now just a stranger. Seeing him

just got a new Go set. How about a few games?" Hayden asked awkwardly, grasping for an excuse. Back in high school, they had

late, and I'm tired. Maybe another

fatigue on her face. She wasn't lying. "Alright, then rest

night," Aurora replied, lifting the hem of her gown as she walked into the villa. Hayden knew Julian had left. He hadn't seen that

In that moment, she exuded

the storm. The stronger and more resilient she appeared, the

go out dressed like that? Aren't you freezing? If Mr. Barnet saw you, he'd be heartbroken. I'll run you a hot bath

mind was consumed by thoughts of

fall asleep as soon as she got home. But now, with a rare

Hill bustling in the bathroom, Aurora felt as though she were seeing Julian. After all, these little things used to be

book, nel5s.com is where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience-all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Just a little longer-twenty days or so-and he would return. She vowed

bath is ready. Check

can go now.

but call me if you need anything. Oh, I'll bring you some tea in a moment," Mrs. Hill added. This was one of Julian's instructions before he left-Mrs. Hill was

still controlling everything about

exhausted from recent days. She sent Julian a simple

Julian, after a long day, finally returned to his hotel. He

significantly lessened over time. At home, he avoided it for Aurora's sake, and at work, he was often too busy to

quit smoking a long time ago. Both of them were making changes for the sake of each other. Yet, when apart, the longing became unbearable. Smoking was one of the

at the door.

for you! Julian got up to answer the door. The delivery person entered, carrying a food box. Julian