Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

She touched the spot on her forehead where he had kissed her, her mind in disarray. He... he... he had just kissed her. Though it was only on the forehead, still... why did he kiss her?

Her face flushed crimson as she stumbled into her room, dazed and confused. Before she could figure out what had just happened, Mr. Elderstone's voice came from the hallway:

"The driver called. He said someone brought you home. Who brought you back?"

At that moment, Aurora felt like a young girl caught red-handed by her parents, her body trembling slightly. "It... it was the young master from Radiant Horizons."

"Him? You've met him?" Mr. Elderstone sounded surprised. That man was notoriously mysterious, someone even he hadn't managed to investigate thoroughly.

It was widely rumored that the man hadn't even appeared at his own birthday party, and yet Aurora had met him? That was extraordinary.

Aurora steadied herself. "Yes. I found out he likes strawberry cake, so I specifically learned how to bake one from the chef. When I brought the cake as a gift, the people there noticed it and were worried it would spoil. They asked me to deliver it to him personally. So, I carried the cake to him. Who would've thought he'd be so approachable? He really liked the cake I made.

We got to talking, and we got along quite well. When he heard I was going home, he offered to give me a ride back." Aurora recounted the entire story in detail.

Mr. Elderstone nodded approvingly. "That was clever of you-choosing such a thoughtful gift. If you had sent something extravagant, you probably wouldn't have even gotten to see him. The outside world is so curious about him. There were dozens of people at the party hoping to meet him, yet none succeeded. And here he was, spending such a long time with you. What kind of person is he?"

"He's very gentle and interesting. Easy to get along with. But since we've just met, I didn't bring up any business matters. I just wanted to build a connection with him for now."

"That's the right approach. If you brought up business right away, it would've put him off. Start small. Besides, the project hasn't been officially announced yet, so there's no rush. Those who accomplish great things must have patience."

"Yes, Grandpa Bramwell. I understand. I'll rest now."

"Go ahead. Rest well and don't overwork yourself. Your pregnancy is advancing, and your body will only get more burdened."

seemed lighter as

it was just his imagination, or if Miss Aurora had suddenly become several years younger, as though she were a girl again. Still, her connection

many years, he could finally

none other than Julian. What kind of expression would he have then? After

Aurora that he was the

must not reveal anything

must never force Aurora to do anything against

approached Julian of her own accord, and he

So, technically,

sense that Aurora had let down her guard around him. She no longer resisted his advances

climbed into bed, but her mind wasn't as calm as it used to be.

dragonfly skimming the surface of water. It had vanished in an instant, yet left her savoring it for

back and forth on the bed, her mind fixating

experience—all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Surely, it couldn't be that kind of intention. She was pregnant, after all. Perhaps it was just a casual goodnight kiss. She was probably overthinking

had asked her earlier if she knew the meaning of the blue enchantress flower. She quickly grabbed her

making her wince in pain. Tears welled up in her eyes. Why did it have

deepest love. I hope we can forever cherish this beautiful love

This was so

her forehead again. But no, that couldn't be. When they talked, he hadn't crossed any boundaries and clearly knew

thinking it through earlier.

Who would have expected this

and sent him a message. They had only

get home safely? I just looked up the meaning

didn't know it before." She typed and retyped