Chapter 15 - The Five-Minute Hug That Lasted Forever
The golden evening sun began to set over the horizon, painting the sky over the Duca estate in brilliant shades of amber, rose, and deep gold.
Lorenzo stood on the grand marble balcony overlooking the gardens, holding Clara close against his chest.
Mia ran out onto the balcony, holding her worn beige stuffed rabbit—the toy that had brought them all together on that cold, snowy day three years ago.
She pulled on Lorenzo’s trousers, looking up at him with her big hazel eyes. "Papa! Can we have another five-minute hug?"
Lorenzo chuckled warmly, dropping onto one knee on the balcony tile. He gathered both Mia and Clara into his strong, protective arms, holding them tight against his heart as the cool evening breeze gently rustled the trees.
"Not just five minutes, my little princess," Lorenzo whispered into Mia's hair, looking into Clara’s happy, tear-filled eyes. "I'm going to hug you both for the rest of my life."
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They stood together on the balcony in a warm, unbreakable embrace, watching the peaceful stars fill the night sky, knowing their family was built on a foundation of love, courage, and eternal loyalty.
Do you think Clara was right to keep Mia hidden from Lorenzo for three years to protect her, or should she have told him the truth from the very beginning? What would you have done in her place?
