Chapter 9 - Honor Restored
The heavy security gates lifted, and the grand ballroom slowly emptied as guests departed in shock over the evening's dramatic events.
Only Victor, his elite bodyguards, and Lena remained standing near the center of the vast marble floor, where the shattered crystal had already been cleared away.
Victor walked over to Lena, his tall frame towering over her, but his expression was no longer cold or terrifying. He reached out, gently taking her trembling, cold hands into his own warm grip.
"Your father was a good man, Lena," Victor said, his voice rich with sincere remorse and deep respect. "I was blind to the snakes in my own house. I owe your family a debt that money can never truly repay."
"You cleared his name, Mr. Romano," Lena whispered, wiping a stray tear from her cheek. "That's all I ever wanted."
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"It isn't enough," Victor stated firmly. "Your father's estate and all seized assets will be restored to you tomorrow morning tenfold."
👉 Continue to Part 10 for the emotional final conclusion.
