Chapter 9 - Restoring the Hart Name
The ballroom cleared out as investigators gathered the chemical evidence from the floor.
Victor stood near the center of the room, looking down at Lena, who was quietly taking off her maid apron. Her hands were bruised from the punch, but her eyes held a peaceful warmth she hadn't felt in four long years.
"Your father was an innocent man, Lena," Victor said, his tone filled with genuine respect and deep remorse. "My organization made a grave error four years ago. Tomorrow morning, a public press conference will fully clear Richard Hart's name."
"Thank you, Mr. Romano," Lena whispered, tears finally pooling in her eyes. "That's all my father ever deserved."
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"It doesn't end there," Victor added firmly, taking her hand gently. "All assets seized from your family will be returned immediately, along with full ownership of Whitmore Logistics' shipping harbor."
👉 Continue to Part 10 for the emotional final conclusion.
