Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Ivy looked at Genevieve. "Mom, is really good to me. He's warm, like the sun-so warm that I can't help but like him." "Yes, whether he's handsor rich, there's always something that attracts you. But how did he just answer you? Liking someone for no reason? That's not his real thought at all." "Mom, you've only met once. I've spent far more twith him than you have. Don't you think I know what kind of person he is? Just because I'm not outstanding, does it mean I can't find someone exceptional as my boyfriend? If he didn't truly care about me, why would he givefive million without hesitation?" In Ivy's eyes, Walsh was undoubtedly a good man. When someone believes another person is good, even the smallest criticism from others can feel like an insult, provoking an almost irrational defense.

"He saved Zach, and for that, I'm grateful. But everything I've said is for your own good," Genevieve replied. She had seen far more men than Ivy, and the more perfect Walsh seemed, the more suspicious she became.

"Alright, alright, let's not talk about this anymore. By your logic, is a bad person now? What could he possibly want from me? I have neither money nor power-why would he do all this?" "I don't know, which is why I'm telling you to be careful." As a mother, Genevieve only wanted the best for her two children.

"Mom, you overthink everything. Many things aren't how you imagine them to be. is genuinely a good man. On our way back the other day, he even told Zach to study hard so he could work at his company in the future. He truly cares about us. You shouldn't think of him in this way." "Silly girl, good people don't wear it on their faces. I won't say any more-just be cautious." Genevieve thought back to how she had maneuvered her way into the Montgomery family years ago, using countless tactics. Magnus had believed she was a good person for over twenty years before discovering her true nature. If there was one reason she couldn't accept Walsh, it was because she sensed a kindred spirit in him. Ivy didn't take her mother's words seriously. Just as Zachary returned, the topic was dropped. Zachary chattered endlessly about how great Walsh was, even boasting that their family finally had someone to rely on.

Walsh drove the family back to their apartment. That evening, Ivy insisted he stay over instead of going to a hotel. hesitated briefly but eventually agreed.

Lying side by side that night, Ivy had taken extra care to clean herself up, hoping to rekindle the passion of their previous intimate night that still lingered vividly in her memory. But showed no such interest. He merely lay beside her, not even brushing against her skin.

They chatted idly until eventually steered the conversation toward his real focus. "Back at the hospital, you mentioned someone named Aurora. Who is she? Why would she treat your mother so viciously?" "She..." Ivy hesitated, unsure how to describe her relationship with Aurora. Their story was too tangled to explain in a few sentences.

"What's wrong? Is it hard for you to talk about? I saw how much hatred you had when you mentioned her-she must be your enemy, right?" "Mio, it's not that I don't want to talk about it; it's just that the situation is too complicated to sum up quickly." "No problem. Just telleverything. I'm willing to be your loyal listener." Ivy felt she owed it to to be honest after all he had done for her. So, she decided to tell him the story, albeit with a twisted version of the truth.

She depicted Genevieve's intrusion into Magnus' family as unintentional. According to her, Genevieve hadn't known Magnus was married when they first met. By the tshe found out, she already had children and didn't want to disrupt his family. She had lived a difficult life with Ivy and Zachary outside the Montgomery family until Magnus' wife passed away, after which he brought them into his home.

Aurora, however, resented them deeply, believing they had taken everything from her. As the spoiled "princess" of the Montgomery family, Aurora allegedly bullied Ivy and Zachary relentlessly. Later, when Aurora returned from studying abroad, she schemed to drive them out of the Montgomery family entirely, even setting Zachary up for gambling debts, which enraged their grandfather and led to their expulsion.

Ivy glossed over Paul and Genevieve's more questionable actions. In her version, Aurora beca cruel villain, while they were mere victims cast out in misery. "How could your sister be so ruthless?" asked, feigning disbelief.

If you're loving the book, nel5sis where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience-all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! "She hates us. She believes her mother's death was our fault. But recently, her mother cback-alive! She wasn't dead at all. Even now, after we've been reduced to this state, she won't stop. She almost killed my mom!" Ivy's hatred for Aurora intensified as she spoke, her emotions raw and genuine.

"If only I had met you earlier, I could have protected you from all this." gently patted her head.

"Mio, I used to think I was so unlucky. But now, I believe all my misfortunes were leadingto you." "Don't worry. From now on, I'll be by your side. By the way, do you have a picture of her? I'd like to see what this awful woman looks like." "Wait a moment. I'll find one for you." Ivy searched online and quickly found several photos of Aurora, who had been making waves lately. She handed her phone to Mio, watching his expression stiffen as he saw the image.

"What's wrong? Do you know her?" "She's your sister?" "Yes." Ivy suddenly recalled how many people had admired Aurora before. Could be one of them? "I'll show you something." found another photo and handed it to her.

"This is... Aurora's mother, Victoria?" "Do you know who she is?" Ivy shook her head. "I have no idea." "She's the CEO of R Corporation-my boss." "What?!" Ivy was stunned. Aurora had such a powerful mother?

"It turns out she's also my cousin. I've met her a few times before, but m wasn't certain at first. Life really works in strange ways." "Mio, does Aurora know about this?"

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