Locking eyes with his intoxicating gaze, Aurora felt her body light. Her emotions involuntarily got stirred by Julian’s intimate moves. Seeing the affection in her eyes, Julian also found it hard to restrain himself. “Aurora, may I?” His voice, magnetic and appealing, was hard to resist.
Her eyes moist in affection, Aurora was almost nodding in agreement when she noticed that the Ferris wheel was about to reach the bottom. She pushed Julian away abruptly, saying, “We’re here.”
Julian felt a pang of disappointment but considered her responsive demeanor a step forward, and he let go of her hand. The staff opened the door for them, and Aurora quickly left the cabin, which was filled with an ambiguous aura. Once outside, she felt the cool air blowing against her face, her mind much clearer. Thinking that she had almost agreed just now, Aurora inwardly cursed the man’s fatal attraction.
“Aurora, why run so fast? I’m not going to eat you,” Julian called out from behind. Aurora laughed awkwardly, almost having been bewitched by him.
“Aren’t you hungry? Let’s go eat first,” Aurora suggested, too shy to face Julian.
Julian understood but did not point it out. He followed her into the restaurant. Before he could sit beside her, Aurora reflexively stood up and sat across from him. She felt she was acting weird as she learned she was seemingly defenseless against his allure, knowing she had to keep her distance from this dangerous man.
Observing the blush that lingered on her cheeks, Julian knew she was shy and found her quite adorable. He only thought this to himself, knowing well that Aurora wouldn’t forgive him if he voiced it out.
“Maybe we should order now,” he said, giving her a chance to compose herself.
Aurora’s emotions gradually stabilized. Recalling the sensations of his touch, she understood she had nearly given herself to him. Exhaling a long breath, she cast aside her jumbled thoughts.
After the meal, noticing Aurora’s fatigue, Julian suggested leaving. They changed clothes and were about to exit when they passed by the carousel. Aurora glanced at it.
“Want to ride?” Julian asked.
“No, that’s for kids,” she repeatedly shook her head. The person who had ridden with her before had left this world, and that beautiful memory could only live in her past.
“Let’s be kids today,” Julian wouldn’t normally consider such a frivolous activity. But just then, he had seen a look in Aurora’s eyes, guessing she must have loved riding the carousel as a child, remembering her life with the Montgomery family. The carousel must hold beautiful memories for her, and naturally, he wanted her to continue cherishing them.
Julian specifically chose a grand white horse, while Aurora sat on a colorful little pony, just like many years ago.
“Aurora, look, I’m riding a white horse now,” he teased, recalling Aurora’s past words about her prince on a white horse. Back then, Julian had joked that her prince might be a bold man. Aurora remembered their conversation and chuckled.
As it was getting dark, the carousel lit up with a soft yellow light, and her lips curved into a smile.
The serene smile at the corner of her mouth eased Julian’s mind. As long as Aurora was happy, today was a rewarding day. On their way home, he turned to her and asked, “Did you have fun today?”
“Yes, thank you for bringing me there. I had a wonderful day.” Aurora nodded. Perhaps today was the happiest day she had been in a long time. At the amusement park, she could laugh and scream freely without anyone mocking her. She didn’t have to mask her emotions or engage in any intrigues.
It felt like a return to a carefree childhood, the time when she was truly happy, as if she had nothing to worry about. Julian took her out for a meal before dropping her off at her seaside villa, by which time it was already very late.
Standing at the door, Aurora felt she had a lot to say to him, but when the words came to her lips, she said nothing. “Thank you for the ride home. I’ll go in first.” After spending the day together, Aurora felt their relationship had improved somewhat.
It was a subtle change. If she had to describe it, it was that she had become more dependent on him, and he seemed to matter more to her. “Aren’t you going to invite me in?” Julian leaned against the door, showing no intention of leaving.
In fact, she was somewhat reluctant to leave Julian, perhaps because she had grown accustomed to his embrace throughout the day. “It’s quite late. It might not be convenient,” she said, looking away, somewhat embarrassed.
He knew Aurora was shy. If Julian was the type to give up easily, he wouldn’t have been smitten with her for over a decade. “But I’m quite thirsty, and after spending the whole day with you, I don’t even get a drink…” He feigned distress.
“Then have some water before you leave.” Aurora pulled him back as he was about to leave. “Okay, I promise I’ll leave after that,” he said with a light smile.
Aurora entered the passcode and led him inside. Julian, not acting like a stranger at all, directly changed into slippers and wandered around. “Got any alcohol? I want some liquor.”
“Didn’t you say you were thirsty?” Aurora glared at him. “Yes, but I don’t want water. I prefer liquor to quench my thirst. Is that a problem?” Julian raised an eyebrow at her.
Resigned, Aurora was stunned by his shamelessness. “Fine, drink your liquor and then leave.” She went to fetch him some wine. Pulling out a bottle of red wine, she handed it to him, saying.
“I don’t like drinking alone. Aurora, drink with me.”
“Will you leave after that?” Aurora asked. “Yes,” Julian stated seriously.
Aurora reluctantly fetched two wine glasses. She was in a good mood today, so a bit of wine wouldn’t hurt. Julian took a sip before he said, “This wine isn’t good enough. Come to my place next time, and I’ll treat you to some good wine.”
The wine was prepared by Cameron, who probably didn’t know much about wine. She hadn’t even tried it before. Tasting it, she found it mediocre. “What kind of good wine?” “Let’s keep it a surprise for now. You’ll know when you come,” Julian said with a mysterious smile.
Aurora pursed her lips and complained, “Fine.” With that, the conversation opened up, and Aurora had one glass after another, gradually her cheeks flushed, and she became a bit tipsy.