Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Aurora stepped into the car and extended her hand formally. "Mr. Raymond, hello. I believe you already know who I am, so there's no need for introductions."

She directly addressed him by name, a subtle reminder: I know who you are, so don't try anything funny.

For intelligent people, words often didn't need to be spelled out. Kyle Raymond shook her hand briefly before letting go.

Aurora leaned slightly against the door, keeping as much distance as possible. There was enough space between them to fit two other people. On the surface, she appeared calm, but her wary expression betrayed her thoughts.

She rarely shared a car with strangers, let alone someone she'd only met once before. Even in a lawful society, and despite their respective statuses, she knew it was wise to remain vigilant. After all, human intentions are unpredictable, and no one could guess what might be on the other's mind.

"In today's business world, who doesn't know you, Miss Montgomery? Getting this opportunity to meet you today took quite some effort," Kyle Raymond said with a hearty laugh, his face showing no trace of malice.

"The ruby was won by you, Mr. Raymond. You mentioned preferring an in-person transaction. Just give me your account details, and I'll-" Aurora pulled out her phone, eager to conclude the matter.

"Miss Montgomery, what's the rush? I'm hungry," he interrupted abruptly.

His unexpected remark left Aurora momentarily speechless. His tone was so casual, almost like an old friend suddenly declaring they were hungry.

"Uh... then let's eat first," she replied, at a loss for words.

"Good." Kyle Raymond said no more after that. He pulled out a cigar from a case, but upon noticing Aurora beside him, he hesitated.

In the past, he never cared about those around him. But Aurora, with her elegance and resilience, reminded him of a noble black rose-one that smoke might prematurely wither.

For the first time in his life, he considered the health of a woman near him. He had a strong addiction to smoking, lighting up whenever he pleased. Yet now, he returned the cigar to its case.

free." Though she gave permission, Kyle Raymond

she'd received about Kyle Raymond described him as someone domineering and possessive, a man of ruthless tactics-summed up in two words:

herself to meet this "tyrant," but the person she encountered seemed unexpectedly gentlemanly. He hadn't said anything inappropriate thus

as the driver began playing music to ease the

in the car, her heart had already flown to that romantic land, where the

her to sleep. She was still recovering from a cold, but she didn't dare

restaurant. It was the kind of place that only accepted

here, so she recognized it

Raymond asked, noticing her hesitation

entrance.

snapping out of her thoughts. She realized she was deeply affected

onto her heart. One small reminder, and she could

next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Kyle handed her the menu, and Aurora didn't hold back, ordering Julian's favorite dishes out of instinct. It was a reflex, much like

specialty dishes of his own before passing the menu to

with a courteous smile. Every staff member here was stunning,

and service were all top-tier-a testament to the privileges

Raymond, earlier you mentioned a collaboration. Now that I'm here, why don't you share your proposal?" "Have

and North America. These brands are among the flagship products of Nano Cosmetics,

to enter the beauty industry, had thoroughly

and could easily recall this

they're mine," Kyle Raymond

water, nearly choked upon hearing

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so surprised?" He reached out