Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

The sky was gradually darkening. The cruise ship was about to set sail. Inside the brightly lit hall, accompanied by the sound of gentle music, people gathered in small groups, chatting.

Some were discussing business, others were taking the opportunity to flirt. Many men and women began seeking their targets for the night.

Aurora, as usual, was the center of attention. Who wouldn't want to collaborate with her?

Faced with this scene, Aurora felt uneasy. She wasn't incapable of handling those fake smiles, but she simply didn't want to.

From afar, Heather noticed Aurora being overwhelmed by the crowd. She quickly stepped aside and called her.

Aurora immediately caught on. "Excuse me, everyone, I have to take a call."

"Miss Montgomery, we'll continue our conversation when you're back!"

Aurora gave a faint, helpless smile before stepping away, pretending to answer the phone as she exited the hall.

"Miss Montgomery, those people are terrifying!"

"Tell me about it. I'm sweating from being surrounded like that." Aurora wiped her forehead, exasperated by their intensity.

"Well, it's because you're the rising star of the business world now, Miss Montgomery. Who can compete with you? Younger, more capable, and with such an impeccable family background. And on top of that, you work harder than anyone else."

Heather's habits had grown increasingly similar to Aurora's. It was likely due to Aurora's influence, a classic case of proximity shaping behavior.

"I think I'll attend fewer events like this in the future. Being ogled like a panda in a zoo is far too uncomfortable."

Montgomery, you're too modest. Those who crave the spotlight would love

to my room. I'll just stay out here and enjoy the sea breeze. If anyone asks, tell them I've had too much to drink and need some fresh

now? You haven't

too," Aurora advised, concerned about Heather's safety. Her tolerance for alcohol was decent, but in such an

I'll be careful." Heather turned and returned to the hall. Now was the perfect time to network, and she understood

contrast to the solitude she enjoyed outside. She valued moments like this to unwind, especially

man approached her slowly. If there were a profession for opportunistic men, this

assess a person. From head to toe, everything he wore was counterfeit.

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where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! "Why are you out here alone? The sea breeze is so cold. Be careful not

concern. I was just about to head back." Aurora frowned. She couldn't return to the hall, but

need to grab something from my room

finally understood how relentless people could be- whether

deserted corner, Aurora sent Julian a

and didn't respond. Aurora idly played with her phone. It felt too early to return to her room, and she remembered Mr. Warden mentioning earlier that he wanted to discuss something

A familiar voice broke

turned to see Ivy. "What are you doing here? Has Zachary been

your

man who had approached Aurora earlier had been sent by

it would

with no cameras, where everyone was still partying in the hall, it was the perfect

do you mean by that?" Aurora eyed