Chapter 15 - A Tender Moment Shared Beneath The Ocean Breeze
Evening descended over the beachfront estate, painting the horizon in breathtaking shades of amber, violet, and gold.
Dominic walked alone along the wooden boardwalk that extended out over the rocky shoreline, listening to the rhythmic crashing of the surf.
Footsteps approached softly from behind, and he turned to see Elena walking toward him with a gentle smile.
“I thought you’d be resting after handling three departments of estate logistics all afternoon,” Dominic remarked warmly.
“I wanted to check on the pergola... the maintenance crew finished repairing the stone pillars an hour ago,” Elena explained, stopping beside him.
Dominic looked down at her, marveling at how much strength and grace she possessed despite everything she had suffered.
“The chains are gone, Elena... and they’re never coming back,” Dominic promised quietly, stepping closer to her side.
“I know, Mr. Vance. This place finally feels like a home instead of a gilded cage,” Elena whispered, gazing out at the ocean.
Dominic reached out, taking her hand in his as the warm coastal breeze swept around them in a gentle, protective embrace.
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