Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Bramwell Elderstone gazed at the young couple embracing each other. Tears glimmered in his cloudy eyes as he

leaned on his cane and walked away, leaving tand space for the two lovers.

In the courtyard, he picked a stem of hyacinth and, with slow steps, made his way to a grave. He placed the

hyacinth gently before the headstone.

Staring at the photograph on the tombstone, his aged fingers traced the image over and over again.

"Miss Seraphina, I've done it. Your granddaughter will not spend her life alone as you did. You can rest easy now,

watching from above..."

Years ago, Seraphina had yearned to know what her beloved other half looked like. She had seen him countless

times in her dreams, but upon waking, the memories would always fade.

"Your granddaughter is remarkable. She has achieved what you could not. The family is thriving again, the

poison has been removed, and the future looks brighter."

Leaning against the edge of the tombstone, Bramwell murmured, as though chatting with an old friend. He didn't

care whether there was a response-he only needed to say what was on his mind.

The setting sun stretched his shadow long and thin. Slowly, his eyes closed, as if he had fallen asleep.

A breeze swept by, carrying the petals of the hyacinth away.

Miss Seraphina, I've finally completed your wish... But if there is a next life, could you lovejust once?

Julian and Aurora pulled apart.

"Cback withto the Bafamily later. My grandfather wants to meet you," Julian said.

"So soon? I... I'm a little nervous." Aurora, still basking in the joy of regaining her memories, hadn't expected

Julian to bring her hso quickly.

"How is it sudden? | already mentioned it back in Clothville, but we never had the time. My grandfather has

mentioned you several times already. You've met Rebecca and Lila, haven't you? And my Aunt Clara? They're all

wonderful people," Julian explained gently.

"Then... I'll go change and prepare sgifts. It's your fault for not tellingearlier! | don't know what they

like. What if | bring something they don't like?" Aurora fretted, pacing around the room.

The Bafamily was different from the Alvarez family. When she visited the Alvarez family, it had been at

Joaquin's invitation, and she hadn't even thought about bringing gifts.

To Julian, the Bafamily was his true home-otherwise, he wouldn't still be using their surnafter all this

time. They were important to him, so Aurora felt she had to take this seriously, even though she wasn't mentally

prepared at all.

Julian turned her to face him. "Don't worry. They don't need anything. You being there is the best gift. Trust me."

"I know they don't need anything, but it's a matter of etiquette. Otherwise, they'll think I'm impolite," Aurora

retorted, glaring at him. With so little time, what could she possibly prepare?

"You weren't this nervous when you visited the Alvarez family," Julian teased.

"That's because of you!" Aurora shot back, rushing out of the room. The Bafamily might not lack

possessions, but they had an abundance of antiques. She selected a painting, carefully wrapped it, and finally

felt at ease.

She then returned to her room to change into a more formal outfit, signaling how much she valued this visit to

the Bafamily.

"Let's go," Aurora said as she stepped out, dressed impeccably.

Julian's lips curved into a smile. "My Little Bunny looks beautiful no matter what."

"Flatterer," Aurora murmured, but her heart felt sweet, as if it had been dipped in honey.

Julian took her hand, and they left together.

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The car drove toward the garden villa. Aurora had been there once before, though she hadn't stayed long

enough to attend the birthday banquet. She had spent most of her twandering in the garden.

The Bafamily seemed to have a particular fondness for flowers and plants. Exotic and rare blooms were

scattered throughout the estate, leaving Aurora in awe.

"Why does your family have so many flowers and plants? It's like stepping into an elf's realm," Aurora exclaimed

in wonder.

"My Aunt Clara and Rebecca take after my grandfather-they're obsessed with flowers. The house is filled with

plants they've collected from all over the world. My grandfather is practically a self-taught botanist," Julian

explained.

Aurora playfully punched him. "If that's the case, why didn't you tellearlier? | brought a painting for your

grandfather."

"Even if | had told you, what could you have done? Gone to a flower market to buy him a pot? After seeing the

garden, you know how extensive our collection is. Do you think anything from a flower market would catch his

eye? You'd have to trek into a forest to dig something up. Besides, as | said, you're the best gift. Don't stress

yourself out," Julian reassured her.

Despite his words, Aurora couldn't help but feel nervous. Julian didn't have a mother, so his two aunts filled that

role. Meeting them felt as significant as meeting in-laws for the first time.

A butler greeted them at the door and led them into a smaller hall used for family gatherings, different from the

grand hall that hosted guests.

Rebecca cout to welcthem as soon as they entered. "Aurora! Cin, cin."

Aurora had grown familiar with Rebecca and Lila during the welcparty-they were easy to get along with.

However, other elders were also present in the room, making her heart race.

Julian began introducing everyone. "This is my Aunt Clara. And this is my Aunt Isla."

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Aurora greeted them politely, though she couldn't completely shake her apprehension.

At that moment, an energetic man descended the stairs. His features bore a striking resemblance to Julian's. This

must be Julian's grandfather.

"Aurora! You're finally here. Come, lettake a look at you," the old man said, his joy evident. He practically

bounded down the stairs, his vigorous movements belying his

age.

"Grandpa, take it easy. Little Bunny isn't going anywhere. Don't rush," Julian said, hurrying to support him.

"You little rascal! If you don't take good care of my granddaughter-in-law, she might just run away," Maxwell said

with a laugh, stopping in front of Aurora.

"Not bad, not bad. They say the R family produces beauties, and my granddaughter-in- law is truly stunning."

"Grandpa... if you keep talking like that, you're going to scare her off," Julian muttered, exasperated.

"Here, Aurora, this is a gift for you," Maxwell said warmly, pulling a jade bracelet out of his pocket.

Rebecca couldn't help but roll her eyes. "Grandpa, that's a family heirloom! Couldn't you at least put it in a

proper box? Aurora might think you picked it up from a street vendor."

"You're right. I'll go get a box," Maxwell said, as impulsive as a child.

"There's no need, Grandpa. Little Bunny doesn't care about that," Julian interjected, taking the bracelet from

Maxwell and slipping it onto Aurora's wrist.

Aurora was utterly bewildered by the casual way this family handled something as significant as a family

heirloom.

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