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Chapter 480: Fixing His Quirks With Julian gone, Aurora's life returned to its usual calmness. Although it felt unfamiliar at first, she quickly adjusted. Her nights were spent studying perfumery, while her days were dedicated to practice in the lab.

Once she becfamiliar with Denis Vukic, he simply handed her a key to his apartment. Aurora now spent most of her tin the lab, and Asher gradually transformed into a frequent visitor at Denis's place.

At first, the two men couldn't stand each other, but over time, they began to tolerate one another. Their contrasting personalities-Asher's liveliness and Denis Vukic's aloofness-couldn't have been more different.

For example, after work, Asher would either bring a pile of groceries to cook for Aurora or bring takeout from srestaurant.

The first the did this, Aurora hesitated. "Ashy, you know how much Denis values cleanliness. He probably wouldn't like the house smelling like food." "What's the big deal? Does he not eat? Worst case, we'll clean up after ourselves," Asher replied casually. Since Denis's apartment had a fully equipped lab, and Aurora had evening lessons to attend, it saved her the trouble of commuting back and forth.

Now, Aurora spent her days at Denis's apartment. When he wasn't home, she would immerse herself in her research. The lab was stocked with excellent equipment, resources, and precious notes from his earlier experiments, making her work more efficient.

Aurora respected Denis's habits and tried her best not to mess up his space. But Asher was another story. "What's with all these quirks? I'll help him get over them," he'd say smugly.

Denis Vukic was used to a solitary, quiet life. Every evening, after eating dinner outside, he'd drag his weary body back home.

In the past, his apartment was always dark and silent when he returned. But now, the moment he opened the door, he was greeted by warm light.

Denis had always preferred cool tones, even for his lighting. Aurora, unaware of this, had instinctively adjusted the lights to a warm, inviting hue.

The first the chto this, he was unexpectedly moved by the glow. Having someone in the house-it was a feeling.

Gradually, Denis grew accustomed to this warmth. But tonight, it wasn't just the light that greeted him. There was laughter and the distinct aroma of food in the air.

In the living room, Asher and Aurora were playing around. The moment they noticed him walk in, they froze. "Denis, you're back," Aurora said nervously, suddenly remembering she was in Denis's home.

"Have you eaten? If not, join us," Asher said nonchalantly, completely unbothered by Denis's icy demeanor. Aurora glanced at the snacks and takeout Asher had brought, noticing that spotato chip crumbs had even scattered on the table. Guilt crept in-she felt as though she'd been caught red-handed.

"I'll clean it up right away," she stammered. After all, Denis had been kind enough to mentor her, and now she'd gone and let Asher make a mess of his place.

Meanwhile, Asher continued munching without a care. Aurora shot him a glare. "Still eating?!" Denis's emotions were complicated. His hhadn't been this lively in years. "Who invited you here?" he asked coldly.

"I cto see my little fox," Asher replied casually, unfazed by Denis's frosty demeanor.

"Clean this up. I can't stand the mess," Denis ordered, his voice sharp. Aurora had always been careful not to disrupt his space, but Asher had turned the place upside down.

"Such a picky guy," Asher muttered as he stood up. Denis assumed he was about to clean, but instead, Asher grabbed a bag of chips and scattered them all over the floor. "Ha! Let's see how you handle this! I'll cure your obsession with cleanliness!" Asher declared with a wicked grin.

Aurora raised an eyebrow, watching Asher's antics. She wondered if work was stressing him out so much that he'd been reduced to acting like a child.

Denis, on the other hand, was fuming. Seeing his pristine floor covered in crumbs and Asher gleefully stomping them into bits was infuriating.

"Are you asking to die?" Denis seethed, his fury barely contained.

"I'm helping you fix that quirk of yours. What kind of grown man has a cleanliness obsession?" Asher teased, hopping around the room with unrestrained energy. Aurora could tell Denis was on the verge of losing it. Sure enough, Denis lunged forward, chasing Asher around the apartment.

One ran, the other pursued, while Aurora watched from the sidelines, laughing to herself. She understood Asher's intentions. He wasn't trying to provoke Denis out of malice. He just wanted to melt the icy barrier Denis kept around himself.

Having spent twith Denis, Asher knew he was a good person. After hearing about Denis's past with Daria, Asher was determined to help him open his heart.

Aurora stood back and watched the chaos unfold, even taking pictures of the two men's childish antics. "Julian, you've got to see this," she said, sending a live feed to the man on the other side of the ocean. "Hmm?" Julian looked at the screen, only to see Denis and Asher wrestling on the bed, pillows in hand. "Isn't it entertaining? This is a once-in-a-lifetscene," Aurora chuckled, covering her mouth to stifle her laughter.

"Stay back. Don't get caught in the crossfire," Julian warned.

"Got it," she replied.

"You're just standing there filming? Aren't you going to help me? I brought you food!" Asher yelled as Denis pinned him down.

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If it were me, I'd beat you up too," Aurora said, thoroughly enjoying the spectacle. "I'm going to die here! Denis, don't touch my face! Are you jealous of my perfect skin?" Asher's tic cries filled the room.

Julian, listening to Aurora's laughter over the phone, felt a warmth spread through him. Though miles apart, he felt as though he were right there with them.

"You're still laughing? You're heartless," Asher complained, throwing a pillow at Aurora.

The pillow smacked her phone, sending it tumbling to the floor.

Aurora's voice rang out as she ran. "Oh, Ashy, how dare you! Denis, get him!" She darted to Denis's side, and the two teamed up against Asher.

Feathers from the pillows began to scatter like snow, covering the room as the three of them continued their playful fight.

"You little fox! This is how you treatafter everything I've done for you? Hmph, won't let you off!" Asher yelled, now targeting Aurora. Denis quickly stepped in to shield her. Fortunately, Denis's bed was large-over two meters wide-giving them plenty of space to roll around.

When they finally collapsed in exhaustion, Aurora was clutching her stomach nach from laughing so hard.

Denis realized it had been years since he'd laughed so freely. "I'm done. I'm exhausted," Aurora panted, struggling to catch her breath.

"Your stamina is terrible," Asher remarked.

"Asher, are you trying to die?" Julian's voice growled from the phone.

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