Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 917: Mr. Brett

Aveline exhaled deeply as she secured the contract. At least now, she had a fifty percent chance of success. If Amy had been interfering behind the scenes, it would have only begun today. This meant that Amy had likely only reached a verbal agreement with others, and nothing had been finalized yet. Tonight's meeting with Brett was crucial-Aveline had to seal the deal.

Returning to the office with the contract in hand, Aveline found Orion buried in a mountain of paperwork. He had no idea what had transpired in just a few short hours. "Orion," she called, her gaze resting on him.

It was no wonder he looked thinner than the last time she'd seen him over two years ago. He had clearly spent those days consumed with work, and Aveline felt a pang of sympathy in her chest.

Both came from wealthy families-families whose fortunes were enough to last not just their lifetimes but ten generations. Yet, neither Orion nor Aveline wanted to rely on their backgrounds. They'd chosen to carve out their own paths, step by step, with hard work and determination.

"Where have you been?" Orion asked, sparing a moment of attention from his work as she entered.

"I went to secure the acquisition contract for that project. Tonight, I have another meeting to discuss another acquisition. I won't be able to have dinner with you," she replied.

"You're diving into work this quickly?" Orion hadn't anticipated how rapidly things would escalate between her and the people involved.

"Of course. I didn't come here to play around. Since there are projects to handle, I have to take them seriously," Aveline said, carefully avoiding any mention of Amy's betrayal.

While Orion might not have romantic feelings for Amy, their friendship was undeniable. Aveline didn't enjoy speaking ill of others behind their backs.

Aveline. If Amy really bothers you, I can ask her to resign," Orion said, still oblivious to

Aveline asked, "You'd fire someone who helped you build your company just because I don't like her? Wouldn't that make me

how much I care for

grateful she hadn't fallen for the wrong man. Even

could overlook everything else and stay by her side through thick and

definitely

to do with her. While Aveline disliked Amy's presence, it wasn't enough for her to demand

wouldn't

be a datura- mesmerizing, intoxicating, and capable

In her heart, she made a silent vow: Orion, I will protect our love.

poured warmly over their entwined shadows, a reminder of the passage of time. Once, they had been a child in a cradle and a young boy humming lullabies. Now,

evening as well, so they agreed he

and she valued it immensely. To avoid traffic or unexpected delays, she arrived at the restaurant

had

undoubtedly chosen a sexy and alluring outfit. Aveline, on the other hand, had only lightly filled in her brows and applied a pale lipstick. She was still dressed in the same outfit she'd worn to the office-a white silk blouse paired with

overall look was fresh,

to Amy, whose false lashes looked heavy enough to catch flies, and whose

couldn't help but wonder how Orion trusted such a young woman with such a significant project. After all, Amy was supposed to be Orion's most reliable assistant. Brett had even sent people to investigate Aveline but found little

someone so young. Known for his meticulousness, Orion's decision to skip over Amy and entrust this project to