Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 882: Celestia's Design

Every moment spent with Orion felt comfortable. He knew all of her preferences, and sometimes, without her needing to say a word, he would anticipate her needs with just a glance.

"What do you want to eat tomorrow? I'll book it in advance," he asked, already thinking about the next day.

"Anything is fine, but it should be nutritious. I'm still growing," Aveline replied earnestly.

Though Aveline was always well-behaved, she was quite a picky eater-especially at home. Aurora often had to coax her into eating, treating her like royalty to get her to take a bite.

She was in her developmental years, and poor nutrition could easily hinder her growth. Aveline hadn't cared much about this in the past, but ever since Celestia made a comment about her figure, Aveline had taken it to heart. Now, she was desperate to catch up, drinking milk as if it could make up for lost time.

"But there are some dishes you don't like," Orion reminded her.

"That was when I was immature. From now on, it doesn't matter if I like it or not. What matters is whether it's nutritious," she said firmly.

The night before, Aveline had done some research online. Middle school was the peak of physical development, and most people's figures were set during these years. By high school, growth would slow down. If she didn't pay attention to nutrition now, it would be too late later. Celestia's words about men preferring a certain body type had left a deep impression on her.

"Aveline, something about you seems off," Orion remarked, sensing her change. He didn't know about her newfound concerns and was puzzled by her sudden willingness to eat what she had always avoided.

"Nothing's off. I just don't want to fall behind. If Joyce ends up taller than me, she'll definitely mock me," Aveline said, using an excuse.

Orion didn't press further. After all, teenagers were often unpredictable.

They returned to school at 2 PM. Upon entering the classroom, Liora approached Aveline unexpectedly.

"Aveline, I have something to ask you," Liora said.

felt a slight sense of guilt toward Liora for leaving her behind

upon her. Aveline hadn't even known the person in question was Orion. Now that Liora had reached out, it seemed right

go to the café after school. I heard they've launched a new dessert. Let's try it together," Liora

at

deal. Don't ditch

"Mm."

between Aveline and Joyce was their approach to

happy. Instead, she started

wronged, she could have confronted Aveline directly. Even if they

behavior spoke volumes about her character. Growing up around Julian and Aurora, Aveline had developed a sharp

explanation. Beyond that, there would be no

close to begin with, and now they would drift even further apart. Liora's sudden friendliness only

determined to see what

about her meeting with Liora and asked him to wait outside the café. If something happened, she wanted him to

nearby, Aveline

as the bell rang, Liora quickly packed her things. "Aveline,

"Alright."

two left together, ignoring the whispers of their classmates. Aveline paid no attention to the

nearby café they used to frequent. It was considered high-end for middle school students,

to a private room. "Come in, Aveline," she

him

high school girls waiting, with Celestia at the center.

Liora to lure Aveline here, planning to teach