Chapter 5 - Vittorio Consoles Little Elsie In The Quiet Library
Inside the opulent mahogany-paneled private library, a crackling fireplace cast warm, flickering shadows across the leather armchairs.
Vittorio sat in the large wingback chair, holding little Elsie gently on his lap while brushing her soft curls.
“Are the bad people gone forever, Grandpa?” Elsie whispered quietly, her big brown eyes reflecting the glowing fire.
“Yes, sweetheart, they are gone, and you are safe here with me for as long as you live,” Vittorio promised softly.
He reached into his pocket and pulled out a small velvet pouch, sliding a brand-new diamond-encrusted tiara onto her head.
Elsie smiled faintly, her tiny fingers tracing the sparkling jewels as the trauma of the evening slowly began to fade.
“You’re a real princess, Elsie, and no one will ever hurt you in this house again,” Vittorio added with fierce devotion.
A gentle knock sounded on the heavy oak door before the head butler stepped into the room with a silver tray.
“I’ve prepared warm milk and honey for the young miss, Mr. Sterling,” the butler reported respectfully.
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Vittorio nodded, feeding the child herself until her eyelids grew heavy and she drifted off into a peaceful sleep.
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