Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Julian couldn't believe Aurora was really gone. The railing may have broken, but no one had seen her jump. This lingering hope was the only thing keeping him alive. He couldn't afford to tell Tina, especially with her fragile health. If she found out, the shock might be too much for her.

"She's fine, right? I've been feeling on edge these past few days, dreaming of Aurora drowning and calling out for help. I've been so anxious, and when I tried calling you, your phone was off," Tina said, her voice trembling.

Hearing this, Julian's worry deepened. Could it be a mother's intuition? Was Tina sensing something? Suppressing his unease, he asked casually, "It's nothing. I just wanted to know if Mio Walsh has been up to anything lately."

"Mio? He spent a few days in Hawaii recently, but he's been at the office since then. I've had people keeping an eye on him, and there's been no unusual activity."

"Got it. I've got some things to take care of. I'll call you later."

"Alright, go ahead." Tina hung up. She wasn't so easily fooled. Why would Julian call out of the blue to ask about Mio Walsh?

She summoned Erica. "Look into Mio Walsh's recent activities for me."

"Ma'am, we've already got people monitoring him. Why the sudden interest?"

"I don't know. I've just been feeling uneasy these past few days. Check it thoroughly."

"Understood."

Tina clutched her chest. Could something have happened to Aurora?

Julian knew his reinforcements had arrived. The noise drew everyone onboard to the deck, where security personnel

rope was dropped from the helicopter, and, like a scene from an action movie, a man slid down expertly. He was dressed in a military uniform,

sea breeze, was a nerve- wracking feat to watch. For the onlookers, it was a breathtaking display of skill. For the man in uniform, it

approached, the crowd noticed he wore a silver mask that concealed his face. His fitted uniform accentuated his strong, athletic build. Julian had asked Nick for help, but he hadn't expected someone of this caliber to show

and for Aurora's case to draw

are...?" Julian asked

can call me Vortex," the man replied curtly. It was just a codename, as

The man's presence was commanding. Despite the lack of insignia or rank on his camouflage uniform, the aura of authority and danger surrounding him was undeniable. Julian had

a soldier but a man dressed in a sleek gray overcoat. He

Mr. Coleman!" someone

everyone in awe. Nick slid down

to all watching that Nick had powerful military backing. Those who once feared or respected him now dared

over the sound

poked her head out of the helicopter. Irene. Upon hearing about Aurora, she hadn't even stopped to rest before joining Nick on his

but even if Irene had been wearing pants, he wouldn't have let her attempt the descent. She wasn't

like a caged tiger, pacing back and forth. Eventually, she

is where the adventure

for free. The next chapter is eagerly

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