Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Bramwell Elderstone had initially been a little worried, but gradually, he found himself convinced by the confidence radiating from Aurora. "I believe in Miss Aurora. She can do it," he said firmly.

"That's good," Tina replied, her voice tinged with maternal concern. "She's carrying two babies now. Make sure she takes care of herself and doesn't overwork."

"As her mother, of course, you're thinking of her health first. Don't worry, though. She's very thoughtful. Once she finishes handling things on her end, she's planning to drive over to see you," Bramwell reassured her.

"Drive? She's lost her memory, and yet she's driving?" Tina felt her heart leap in alarm.

"She only forgot certain events from the past. Her body's instincts remain intact. I suggested having someone drive her, but she refused. The current Miss Aurora is a little different from before. She's more decisive now. Once she sets her mind on something, nothing can deter her. But I trust that she knows her limits, so you needn't worry."

Tina shook her head, a faint smile curling her lips. "A mother worries no matter how old her child gets. I can't help it."

"Rest assured. Your daughter is remarkable. I'm confident she'll secure the position of head of the family without issue," Bramwell said reassuringly.

"I'm glad to hear that." Tina felt a bit more at ease and ended the call. Her expression, however, was one of barely contained excitement, like a young girl receiving good

news.

John Walsh, noticing her radiant smile, couldn't help but smile along. "What's making you so happy?"

"Mr. Elderstone just called. He said Aurora has done an exceptional job," Tina said with pride.

focus on recovering. Don't overthink things," John said as he handed her a towel to wipe

body feels much better than before. These past few days, I've only coughed up blood once or twice. Let's leave the hospital and go

you want to leave the hospital? Have you forgotten the doctor's advice? All you need to do

sadness. "I know my days are numbered. At most, I have a year left. I won't live past forty-one. My

more, I'll take you out to see the world, far away from all these troubles," John said as

born. I want to hear

sister. If others hear her calling you Mom or the babies calling you Grandma, they'll be shocked out of their minds," John teased, bringing

her young," Tina

you ever regret the decisions you made back

Walsh's relationship with her was not unlike Bramwell Elderstone's with Aurora's grandmother. Taken in by the Walsh family as a child, John had grown up alongside Tina, harboring a deep and quiet love for her. Knowing her noble status, he had never dared to overstep. But when she returned deeply hurt, his heart ached for her, and he stayed by her side unwaveringly over the

and reckless, I refused to bow to the family's restrictive rules. That's why I planned my escape. Then I met Magnus. At the time, I thought I'd found my happiness. Even though he hurt me deeply later, if I told you I don't regret it, would you believe me?" Tina's voice was calm, as

arms, finally confessing the extent of

how he hurt you, at the beginning, there was

that love is never simple. Falling in love is easy; staying together is hard. The only thing I should be grateful to him for

you," John said,

is. My only wish is for Aurora not to

and Julian can rekindle

believe fate won't be that cruel to her. She'll have her happiness with Julian,"

overlooked your feelings for

be silly. Love isn't a transaction where we count who gave more or