Chapter 20 - A Peaceful Future Dawns On The Vance Estate
Two months after the raid on Pier Forty-Two, the Manhattan estate returned to a peaceful, golden autumn tranquility.
Lily ran across the freshly repaired green lawn, chasing a butter-colored retriever under the warm afternoon sun.
Elena sat on the veranda sipping tea, wearing a soft cream dress that reflected her newfound freedom and security.
Edgar walked out onto the stone patio, sliding a heavy gold signet ring inscribed with the Vance crest onto her finger.
“The board has officially recognized you and Lily as permanent members of this family,” Edgar announced with a warm, rare smile.
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“And what about your twenty-five-day rule?” Elena teased playfully, looking up into his dark eyes.
“Some rules were meant to be broken for the right people,” Edgar replied, pulling her gently into a loving embrace.
