Chapter 9 - A New Sanctuary
The ballroom returned to a heavy silence. The guests stood in awe, realizing that a maid in a drenched uniform had just dismantled one of the most powerful families in the city.
Lorenzo turned toward his mother, who was still holding tightly to Sophie’s hand, looking calm and safe for the first time all evening.
"Mother, let Marco take you upstairs to rest now," Lorenzo said softly, kneeling down to kiss her cheek.
"Only if this sweet girl stays with me," Isabella insisted in her fragile voice, squeezing Sophie's fingers. "She has gentle hands, Enzo. Not like the others."
Lorenzo stood up, his dark eyes locking onto Sophie’s steady, fearless gaze. He took out his pristine white silk handkerchief and gently handed it to her.
"What is your name?" Lorenzo asked.
"Sophie Clark, sir," she answered quietly, wiping her damp forehead.
May you like
"You are no longer a hotel maid, Sophie," Lorenzo stated calmly. "Starting tonight, you are the Head Personal Caregiver for my mother at the Moretti Estate. Your salary is quadrupled."
👉 What secret about Sophie's identity was about to be revealed in the private suite?
