Chapter 10 - The New Beginning

Three months after the gala scandal, the Vale family empire was completely dismantled by federal authorities. Celeste and her father were sentenced to twelve years in federal prison for their massive financial crimes.
Meanwhile, at the headquarters of Blackwell Global, a major ceremony was being held in the top-floor auditorium.
Caleb Blackwell stood at the podium in a sharp charcoal suit, addressing hundreds of employees and news reporters.
“Today, I am proud to announce the appointment of our new Chief Financial Officer and Senior Auditor,” Caleb spoke into the microphone, his eyes full of pride. “Please welcome Dr. Marisol Reyes.”
The auditorium erupted into thunderous applause as Marisol stepped onto the stage, wearing a tailored cream blazer and matching trousers, looking regal, confident, and radiant.
In the front row, sitting with a gentle nanny, was little Daisy in a pretty yellow dress, clapping her small hands happily for her mother.
After the speech, Caleb walked over to Marisol near the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city skyline.
“You’ve brought order and integrity back to this company, Marisol,” Caleb said softly, handing her a bouquet of white roses.
Marisol accepted the flowers, her eyes shining with warmth. “You gave me a chance when no one else would, Caleb. Thank you.”
Caleb looked down at little Daisy, who ran over and took his hand tightly in hers.
“We are family now, Marisol,” Caleb whispered, his dark eyes locking onto hers with deep, unshakeable affection. “And no one will ever hurt you or Daisy again.”
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How deeply did Daisy’s innocent courage to speak the truth touch your heart?