CHAPTER 10
The massive living room fell into a heavy, suffocating silence as Mark stood alone in the center of the room, stripped of his pride and his illusion of control.
“And as for you, Mark, your corporate assets are frozen, your board seats have been revoked, and emergency custody papers have already been filed,” Elena stated, her eyes locking onto his with freezing indifference.
Charles walked down the grand staircase holding Lily’s hand, the little girl wearing a warm cashmere sweater and smiling brightly for the first time in years. Lily ran straight toward Elena, burying her face into her mother’s arms with a soft, joyful sob of relief.
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“Mommy... you came back,” Lily whispered, her small hands clutching Elena’s blazer tightly.
“I told you I would never let anyone hurt you, my sweet angel,” Elena whispered back, kissing the top of her daughter's golden head.
