Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 419: Zachary Is Released The news about Aurora founding Sun Company quickly reached Joaquin's ears.

Watching the footage of Aurora on camera, looking slightly overwhelmed, it was clear to him that she hadn't intentionally called the press.

"Who would've thought this girl had such talent," Joaquin said, unable to hide the pride on his face. At first, he hadn't liked Aurora. But because of Julian, he had tried to accept her.

Over time, he realized Aurora was nothing like the person he had imagined. She was generous and kind. Even though he had been harsh with her in the past, she had still made efforts to help him and Julian grow closer. Now, seeing how capable she was, Joaquin's opinion of her had only grown more favorable.

Meanwhile, Julian had spent his entire day buried in a mountain of paperwork. It wasn't until the end of the workday that he finally had a moment to catch up on the news.

"President, what are you smiling about?" Rocky asked as he walked in to collect sdocuments. He couldn't help but notice that his usually stern and serious boss was grinning like a fool.

"My Little Bunny made the news," Julian said, his tone brimming with pride.

Rocky shivered at Julian's uncharacteristic display of affection. Julian had appeared in countless financial magazines before, but he'd never been this happy about it.

"Yes, yes, Mr. President, your Little Bunny is incredible. But can you please finish reviewing these files before you go?" Rocky said, exasperated. He had already been in and out of Julian's office several times that day.

Julian glanced at the stack of documents beside him. "No. It's the end of the day, and I'm off the clock." With that, he grabbed his jacket and walked out without a second look. His Little Bunny was waiting for him to pick her up from work.

Rocky could only sigh in frustration. He missed the old Julian-the workaholic who lived and breathed his job. While Aurora's rise as Sun's president was making waves online, Zachary was being released from custody. Genevieve had confessed to injuring Kimberly, taking full responsibility to save her son. Kimberly, understanding Genevieve's desperation as a mother, accepted the confession and allowed her to take the blame.

"After further investigation, it's been determined that Miss Blake wasn't injured by you. You're free to go," the officer informed Zachary.

Zachary had been beside himself with worry during his tin detention, fearing he might spend the rest of his life behind bars. Now, hearing that he could leave, he felt as though his world had been restored.

"Thank you!" he said, practically sprinting out of the station like a bird set free.

During his tin custody, Zachary had done ssoul-searching. He promised himself that if he got out, he would turn over a new leaf and stop acting impulsively. What he didn't know was the price of his freedom.

At the motel, Ivy woke up to find Genevieve gone. At first, she thought her mother had gone out to find someone to help get Zachary released.

But as the hours passed and Genevieve didn't return, Ivy began to worry. She eventually noticed an envelope tucked beneath the TV.

Opening it, she found a letter and a bank card. The moment she saw the card, her heart sank.

With trembling hands, she unfolded the letter, immediately recognizing Genevieve's handwriting.

"Ivy, I'm sorry. If you're reading this, it means I've already left. I didn't have the courage to say goodbye to you in person, so I had to do it this way.

Zachary was detained, and I tried everything to help him. But maybe this is my punishment for all the wrongs I've done in the past. No one was willing to help us.

I've already lost everything. I can't lose you two as well. I had no other choice but to take this path. I had to save Zach.

I don't know when I'll be able to cback. You and your brother were raised in comfort, and the thought of leaving you breaks my heart.

Without me, you must learn to live well. There's still smoney in this card-don't spend it recklessly like before. Find jobs and stand on your own feet. As for the house, your father promised it to us. You can contact him when the tcomes.

I've lived half my life and finally understand that my downfall was of my own making. I've ruined too many families and hurt too many people. Now it's tforto pay the price.

Don't blanyone for this, especially Aurora. We wronged her, not the other way around.

From now on, live as ordinary people. Only now do I see that wealth and luxury are fleeting. A simple, peaceful life is what truly matters.

Take care of yourselves. No one will clean up your messes anymore. You have no one to rely on, so you must learn to be independent.

Find good partners, start families, and walk your own paths. Remember what I've said. I love you both, Mom" Tears fell onto the letter, smudging the ink. Ivy read the letter over and over, her heart breaking with every word.

No wonder her mother had said those strange things to her earlier. Genevieve must have already made up her mind then.

"Mom! Don't go!" Ivy cried, clutching the letter as she bolted for the door.

Just as she reached it, she collided with Zachary, who was about to knock.

"Seriously? We're staying in a dump like this? I'm starving. Where's Mom-" Zachary stopped mid-sentence when he saw lvy standing there with tears streaming down her face. "What's wrong with you? Aren't you happy to see me? Why do you look so upset?" Zachary asked, stepping into the room.

"Mom is gone!" Ivy sobbed, collapsing into his arms.

"What do you mean 'gone'? Stop crying and tellwhat's going on!" Zachary said, growing anxious. Her tears were ruining his good mood.

Ivy handed him the letter. "Read it yourself!" Zachary's face turned pale as he read the letter. "Mom turned herself in to getout."

"She spent the last few days begging for help, getting beaten up, and .m hitting dead ends. iXthe end, this was her only option. You're free, but now she's in custody!" Ivy said, her voice breaking. "Why did it have to cto this?" Zachary muttered, his voice shaking.

"If I'd known what she was planning, I never would've agreed to it. She's already sacrificed so much for us. And now she'll be co I looked it up-intentional assault carries a prison sentence of at least three years! Why did you have to act so impulsively, Zach?" Ivy shouted, her frustration spilling over. "I didn't mean for this to happen! I saw someone bullying Mom, and I couldn't hold back!" Zachary defended himself, but guilt was evident on his face.

"This is all the Blake family's fault. And Aurora's! I won't let them get away with this!" Zachary growled, clenching his fists in anger.

"Did you already forget what Mom said?" Ivy snapped.

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