Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Mio Walsh was the epitome of a gentleman-a warm and considerate man, at least on the surface.

To Ivy, whose heart was already riddled with scars, he seemed like a beacon of goodness. After enduring so much pain, even a drop of kindness could feel like salvation, compelling her to throw herself into it wholeheartedly. She never questioned Mio Walsh's background, never stopped to wonder why he had entered her life. Slowly but surely, she fell into his gentle trap.

He took her on a tour of Rome's famous landmarks. They wandered the streets like a couple, laughing, taking selfies, and sampling local delicacies.

That day, Ivy laughed more than she had in years. She felt a happiness so pure it washed away the bitterness that had been weighing her down.

The day ended with a romantic candlelight dinner. Mio Walsh was attentive and considerate, reminding her of the care she had only ever seen from Aurora and Julian.

In that moment, Ivy felt tears welling in her eyes. She had believed she would never meet someone who truly cared for her again. Mio Walsh's presence reignited a spark of hope in her otherwise desolate life. For the first time in what felt like forever, she forgot her hatred and remembered love.

When he escorted her back to her hotel, Mio Walsh simply kissed her forehead and bid her goodnight, a perfect gentleman without a hint of impropriety.

It wasn't Ivy's first time interacting with a man, but it was the first time a simple kiss made her heart race uncontrollably.

"Goodnight. I had a great time today. Thank you," she said, her voice soft.

"If you don't mind, I'd like to pick you up at the same time tomorrow. There are still a

few hidden gems in Rome worth visiting," Mio Walsh suggested.

"Alright. See you tomorrow."

"Bye."

leave before returning to his

mirror. "Mr. Walsh,

Do you know how to make someone willingly do your bidding?" Mio Walsh lit a cigarette, leaning back lazily in

"No, sir."

Mio Walsh had no real affection for Ivy. When

preferred intelligent women and could never be interested in someone as naive as Ivy. But a naive woman, properly

current project seems like a dead end. None of the others vying for it have made any progress either. Are we leaving

we don't get this project, there's always the next one. But there's only one Aurora. As long

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is deteriorating quickly. Even John has been summoned back to her side. It seems she won't last much longer. Once she's gone, the position of family head will surely

Mio Walsh replied, his tone darkening. "I've heard that John has gone to great lengths for her. He even found a rare jade

beyond saving, her death imminent. But

the family to pass and claim his rightful place. But everything changed the

Tina had disappeared for a few years in the past. What

be declared the next head of

confirmed his suspicions. Aurora was, without a doubt, Tina's daughter. The revelation weighed heavily

needed to do was wait. But her existence posed a significant threat. Aurora had

no effort in tracking her down.

not investigating her sooner. On several occasions, Tina had secretly assisted her daughter, helping