Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Aurora didn't dare to open her eyes. She simply nodded. "Mm."

"Good girl. If you're tired, just sleep. I'll go take a shower. Don't wait for me," Julian said, gently kissing her forehead.

After he left, Aurora opened her eyes and caught sight of his tall, broad back. She wondered if, one day after she left, she would still remember that silhouette.

Though her body was exhausted, she couldn't sleep. Aurora got up and sat at the desk.

She took out a pen and paper, carefully writing down the words she couldn't bring herself to say to Julian's face-words that were cold and final. The sound of water from the bathroom, her shadow on the wall, and the soft, warm light of the lamp all added to the sorrowful atmosphere.

When Julian came out, Aurora was already asleep. He quietly turned off the light and got into bed. Like always, Aurora instinctively nestled into his arms, wrapping her arms around his waist.

He wasn't sure if it was his imagination, but tonight Aurora held him tighter than ever before, as if he was her entire world, someone she couldn't afford to lose.

That night, Aurora was haunted by nightmares. She dreamt of separation and kept calling Julian's name.

"No, Julian, don't leave me."

Her cries woke Julian. He found her gripping his pajama shirt tightly, her face full of fear even though her eyes remained closed.

"Little Bunny, don't be scared. It's just a dream. I'm here with you. Don't be afraid." His voice was soft, comforting, like a mother soothing her child.

Aurora half-opened her eyes, unsure if she was still dreaming or awake. "Julian, don't leave me..."

you have a nightmare?" Julian

"Julian, what if one day I forget you? If I don't remember you or our

was just shaken by her dream. Knowing how sensitive pregnant women could be, he gently held her close.

what if? What if I do

me. You're the mother of my child-how could I ever not want you? It's late now.

to let go of his hand. "Julian, let's make a promise. If I really forget you one day,

make a promise." Julian linked his pinky with

relax back into his arms. Perhaps it was his promise, but she slept especially soundly for the rest

When she opened her eyes, he was

could almost feel the lingering warmth of his touch. Julian,

and tied her hair into a high ponytail. In the mirror, she looked nothing like someone about to become a mother. Without makeup, her face was as fresh and youthful as a high school student's. Slowly, she walked downstairs. The aroma of cooking wafted from the

doorway, she saw him, sweat glistening on his forehead. He was reading a cookbook

all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! The serious expression on his face made it seem like he was tackling a great challenge. Unable

well? You had

in front of her. If he ever

months, when the baby grows bigger, you probably won't sleep well at all. If the baby's too fussy, maybe we shouldn't have another one. Just having one is fine-I don't

up for her sake. Meeting a man like him was the

"Julian, thank you."

spoon and turned to hold her in his arms. "Thank you for loving me, for showing me how beautiful love can be. Even years from now, when I think back to today, I'll still feel the warmth you've given

you forever and ever,"

the gentle morning sunlight, they held each other tightly. It was as if, before she left,

laughter and screams. Children ran around everywhere, their golden hair and blue eyes shining

child with blue eyes passed by, Julian would glance at