Chapter 15 - Sunlight Over the Empire
The golden evening sun began to set over the Hudson River, painting the sky in gorgeous shades of amber, violet, and deep crimson.
Victoria stood on the expansive terrace of their estate, feeling the gentle summer breeze in her dark hair.
Dante stepped up behind her, wrapping his strong arms around her waist, holding her close against his chest as the distant sound of their children playing inside filled the quiet air.
Victoria looked down at her wrist, where the gold falcon bracelet Dante had given her on the night Maya was born caught the reflection of the setting sun.
"I used to think my life ended the moment Preston smashed that door open and abandoned me," Victoria whispered softly, turning in Dante's arms to look up into his dark, loving eyes. "Now I know it was just the beginning of true love."
Dante smiled, leaning down to press his lips against hers in a slow, deep, passionate kiss that sealed their eternal bond.
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They stood together on the terrace, watching the stars fill the night sky above their peaceful home, knowing that their love was built on an impenetrable foundation of courage, loyalty, and unshakeable family devotion.
Do you think Victoria made the right decision by trusting Dante after he stormed her labor room with the debt contract, or should she have stayed completely independent? What would you have done in her position?
