Chapter 15 - The Healing Sun
The golden afternoon sun bathed the manicured gardens of the Vale estate in warm, radiant light.
The heavy, oppressive darkness that had once hung over the luxury mansion had vanished completely, replaced by soft breeze, blooming roses, and the sweet sound of a child’s joyous laughter.
Noah ran across the emerald lawn in a bright yellow shirt and white sneakers, kicking a soccer ball toward the goal posts. His cheeks were rosy and full of health, his speech fluent and clear, his eyes sparkling with pure childish happiness.
Sitting on a marble bench under the shaded pergola were Dominic and Clara.
Clara wore a light floral summer dress, her long dark wavy hair flowing over her shoulders. Beside her sat Dominic, his hand resting gently over hers on the marble bench.
“He scored three goals today,” Dominic said with a proud, warm smile, watching his son play. “Six months ago, I thought he would never speak again.”
“He had the strength inside him all along,” Clara replied softly, turning her head to look at Dominic. “He just needed someone to show him that he was safe.”
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Dominic turned his body toward her, taking both of her hands in his large palms. His dark eyes searched her face with profound, unshakeable devotion.
👉 He reached into his jacket pocket and pulled out a small black velvet box.
