Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Aurora sat on the soft, oversized bed, her emotions tangled in a web of uncertainty. Was there truly no other way out?

She picked up her phone and dialed Tina. "Hello, Mom, are you still awake?"

"Not yet," Tina's voice came through, calm but curious. "I heard from Mr. Elderstone that you've secured the contract and are preparing to sign it tomorrow. Is that right?" Despite already knowing the answer, Tina feigned ignorance.

"Yes, Mom... How's your health?" Aurora's thoughts were consumed by Tina's condition.

"Funny you should ask. My health has been improving in such an unusual way. I don't know if it's psychological, but ever since you gave me that red jade, my condition has steadily been getting better. Even the doctors find it remarkable. I haven't coughed up any blood in the past few days."

This was good news to Aurora. She had been worried Tina might not make it through

the year.

"Mom, you're not lying to me, are you? Are you really getting better?"

"I wouldn't say I'm fully recovered, but the improvement is real. I can even get out of bed and walk around a bit on my own. At this rate, I might be able to leave the hospital and help you within a month," Tina said, her voice carrying a hint of joy.

Aurora could tell Tina wasn't lying. Relief washed over her. Her mother was finally getting better.

A faint smile tugged at Aurora's lips. "Mom, don't worry about the company. I can handle everything on my own for now. My baby bump hasn't even started showing yet. What you need to do is focus on resting and recovering."

"I trust you, dear. But how are you feeling? Any signs of morning sickness?"

"None at all. The little ones are being very good. Apart from my appetite growing a bit, I haven't had any other symptoms."

You're just like me when I was pregnant with you. You were so well- behaved in my

What about after I

As long as you were fed and comfortable, you'd sleep soundly without making any

just a little piglet-eat, sleep,

than a piglet," Tina laughed, her rare

long time, sharing stories and reconnecting in a way they hadn't

it's getting late. Both of you need to rest. There's always time to

yourself. Come visit me in a few days, and

You get some

the call. Aurora felt a glimmer of hope-perhaps her days of hardship

weathered countless storms, and this felt like it could be the final trial before peace. However, her mind lingered on the father of her child. Why hadn't he

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drawn to him she became. He was too perfect, and Aurora feared she might truly fall

Both Mr. Elderstone and Mr. Grant had been informed of the signing, though neither knew the other

arrived with Mio. Both parties were

Horizons. Neither had disclosed their plans, hoping to secure

moment they

you doing

ask you the same

visibly uneasy. Aurora thought of Julian's gentle

it weren't for the contract, she wouldn't have

Why else would we be here?" Mr. Grant smirked, his confidence unshaken. He

outshining Mr. Elderstone filled him with glee. If Mio succeeded, it would mean more benefits for him