Chapter 10 - Under His Protection
Victor looked down into Lena's brown eyes, his hand resting gently against her shoulder with an unbreakable, solemn promise.
"You saved my life tonight when you had every reason to hate the world," Victor murmured, his dark eyes filled with intense gratitude and terrifying authority. "From this moment on, no one in this city will ever touch you or threaten your family again."
Lena looked up at the powerful mafia boss, feeling the overwhelming weight of four years of fear, grief, and solitude lift off her chest at last.
She had entered the ballroom as a helpless server seeking justice for her father, but she stood now under the ultimate shield of the city's most powerful man.
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Justice had been served, the truth had prevailed, and a brave daughter had reclaimed her family's honor.
What touched your heart the most about Lena's courage and Victor's absolute protection?
