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.

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

your company just because I don't like her? Wouldn't that

in this world can replace the place you hold in my heart. This isn't about being unreasonable; it's about how much I care for you. I'd rather protect you than blame you," Orion said, leaning in to press a gentle kiss against her

the wrong man.

a man who cherished her deeply could overlook everything else and stay by her side through thick

born in ancient times, you'd definitely make a terrible king," Aveline teased

Amy's presence, it wasn't enough for her to demand her removal. As long as Amy kept her relationship with Orion strictly platonic, Aveline wasn't petty enough to chase away every woman

as long as I can make you smile, I wouldn't care if the world burned," Orion said as

she were one, she'd be a

wings. In her heart, she made a silent vow: Orion, I will protect our love. No one

passage of time. Once, they had been a child in a cradle and a young boy humming lullabies. Now, they

as well, so

first, and she valued it immensely. To

was momentarily taken aback. From her voice, he had imagined a cold and aloof woman. Instead,

private meeting like this, Amy would have 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

a few classic Tiffany bracelets and rings. The overall look was fresh, natural, and effortlessly elegant. Her delicate features radiated charm in a way that was impossible to

was a stark contrast to Amy, whose false lashes looked heavy

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 information. All he knew was that she had flown in from Clothville and was currently Orion's

his meticulousness, Orion's decision to skip over Amy and entrust this project to Aveline was entirely out of character. When Aveline saw Brett approaching, she put down her glass of lemon water and stood to