Chapter 9 - The Promise of Protection
A soft thud of footsteps sounded on the marble floor as Dominic walked into the suite, holding a soft velvet coat.
He stepped behind Ava, gently placing the warm coat over her shoulders, careful not to touch the sensitive skin on her back.
"It's over, Ava," Dominic said softly, his deep voice carrying a rare, protective warmth. "He will never set foot in this city again."
Ava turned around, looking up into his dark eyes with tears of profound relief shimmering in her own. "You risked your family's entire reputation tonight just to defend me."
"You are my executive assistant, Ava," Dominic replied, his sharp jaw relaxing into a rare, gentle smile. "But more than that, you showed more courage standing up to that man than anyone I've ever known. No one touches what is mine to protect."
Ava let out a breath she felt like she had been holding for years, stepping closer to him as the safety of his presence surrounded her like an impenetrable fortress.
"Your brother’s medical residency was officially transferred to Johns Hopkins twenty minutes ago," Dominic added softly. "He will have full funding, full security, and an untarnished future."
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Tears streamed down Ava's cheeks, but for the first time in years, they were tears of overwhelming gratitude and happiness.
👉 Continue to Part 10 for the heartwarming final conclusion.
