Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

When Aurora called out Julian's name and saw the way his eyes sparkled with joy, like a sly fox, she couldn't shake the feeling that she had somehow fallen into a trap.

"Isn't this form of address a bit too much?" she asked cautiously. After all, they had only known each other for a week.

"What's wrong with it? We've already watched movies together for several days. What's the big deal in calling my name?" Julian's casual rebuttal left her speechless.

Aurora opened her mouth, trying to respond, but even though his reasoning made sense, it still felt strange to her.

"What about the collaboration?" Aurora redirected the conversation, focusing on the business matter. Julian's overly accommodating attitude made her feel like she was dreaming.

"Don't worry. I'm the lead for this project. As long as I give the green light, it's ninety- nine percent a done deal."

Julian wasn't bragging. Years ago, after finding the Barnet family in New York, his grandfather, Maxwell Barnet, had been determined to keep him by his side.

But Julian's mind was set on Aurora. If he stayed in New York to develop his career, wouldn't that mean he'd rarely get to see her?

So, he had refused Maxwell's offer, claiming he wanted to return to Clothville. Back then, he was still full of resentment toward Joaquin, and the Alvarez family didn't like him either, leaving him in an awkward position.

Fortunately, he had a sharp mind. He started with small businesses, and Maxwell, aware of Julian's stubborn personality, discreetly enlisted the help of old friends in Clothville to support him.

Later, after meeting Irene, he connected with Nick. By then, Nick was already a successful figure and lent Julian a helping hand.

No one achieves success alone in a short period, and Julian was no exception. Neither was Aurora.

name for himself, Maxwell repeatedly tried to bring him back to the family business. Currently, the company was managed by his Aunt

Mae, who had two children-Phil and ten-year-old Lila. Lila was too young, and Phil was

Julian's own company grew larger, Maxwell eventually stopped pressing him to return, instead sending Phil to work under him to learn. If Julian didn't want to inherit the family business,

never experienced property disputes. If Rebecca weren't short on successors, she would

Julian explained his situation, he admitted he was wary of using his own company for fear of arousing R Company's suspicion. That

plan worked perfectly. Even Mr. Elderstone hadn't suspected anything and had willingly proposed the wager. Since Mr. Elderstone had taken the initiative, even if he later discovered Julian's identity,

entire Barnet family supported Julian upon hearing about the project. That

for Aurora's sake. Of course, as businessmen, they weren't doing it for

Aurora had stepped into it, there was

Julian had agreed to her proposal.

her off at the villa and told her to meet him tomorrow for an on-site

too late tonight. Get some rest. Goodnight."

agreed to the collaboration, she would want to gather as much information as possible to ensure

him leave, realizing she was growing increasingly accustomed to his touch. She even found herself looking forward

hand on her stomach, Aurora felt conflicted. On one hand, she wondered where the father of her baby was

gnawed at her. She spent her days with Julian

on a boat in

having once lived with Julian? While she missed him during the day, it wasn't to such an extent,

Aurora resolved to cut ties with Julian after this project. She couldn't risk falling in love with such a gentle and considerate

was sure Julian wouldn't deceive her. She

Julian with her intentions, only to

well-almost like a male lead in