Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 879: Youth Is Wonderful

Orion's drowsiness vanished instantly. He pulled Aveline into his arms. "Aveline, what's wrong? Did I snore last night and wake you up?"

Aveline chuckled softly at his concern. "You don't snore at all."

When Orion slept, he was quiet, like a prince in a deep slumber. His golden hair and fair skin gave him an almost ethereal quality, as if he belonged in a painting.

"That's good. I was worried I might have disturbed you. But why are you upset? Is it because I woke up late?"

Aveline's anger from earlier, caused by Celestia, dissipated immediately. "Orion, I'm not upset because of you."

"Oh no, the sun is already up! I'm sorry, Aveline. I overslept." Orion glanced outside at the crimson sun hanging high in the sky.

Seeing his apologetic expression, Aveline couldn't help but smile. "Who says we can't enjoy it? This is the perfect spot to watch the sunrise."

She reached for his hand and led him to the balcony. This stargazing room was built at a considerable height, offering breathtaking views.

"The view here isn't as expansive as the observation deck," Orion remarked.

"Every angle shows a different kind of beauty. Who says the observation deck is the best? I like it here. Watching the sunrise with you makes it the most beautiful," Aveline said softly.

"Aveline..." Orion leaned down and kissed her.

The orange-red sunlight broke through the darkness, scattering golden rays across the world. The light fell on the young couple, locked in an embrace, creating a moment of perfect harmony.

Though this trip had been interrupted by Celestia, both Aveline and Orion had gained something valuable.

Aveline came to terms with her feelings, while Orion found the love he had been searching for.

They spent the morning exploring the valley, leaving only after lunch.

At the parking lot, they ran into Celestia and her family. Aveline chose not to tell Orion about the previous night's events-she didn't care to gossip behind people's backs.

she spotted Orion holding Aveline's hand, followed by

Aveline's fault. Orion must have agreed to leave early because he was

out

Aveline feel sick to her stomach, as

the first time, Orion realized how thick a person's skin could be. After what had happened

seen her true nature, Orion only wanted to stay far away. In the past, he might have paused and nodded politely if she

He walked right past her, opened the passenger door for Aveline, and helped her into the

few hours on the road. Do you need

the type to make a fuss, but those around her-Orion, his parents, her

car and drove

into the distance. It wasn't the same car she had seen the other night. His

which her father had been driving for

air conditioner, Aveline got to ride in a luxury

stop staring. It's time to go," her father

replied, snapping

for the full experience. You won't find the

Cinderella into

"Stay away from that woman in the future.

request, he had already decided to avoid Celestia.

after

how could anyone expect

clear of her entirely. Not just her-no other girls will get close to me. I won't

you

come near me must be female," he joked, implying his own attractiveness. Aveline

hope you only smile like that

for Daddy, Mommy, Joyce, Grandma,

said, feeling warmth in

house, it was already dark. "I won't come in.