Chapter 20 - The Fake Marriage Becomes An Irrevocable Reality
Back at the Costa estate, the morning sun shone brilliantly over peaceful gardens free of federal agents and mercenaries.
Chloe stood on the grand terrace, looking out over the harbor while sipping her morning coffee from a silver cup.
Luciano walked up behind her, wrapping his strong arms around her waist and resting his chin on her shoulder.
“The federal prosecutor dropped all inquiries; our legal status is secure,” Luciano reported with a gentle smile.
“Good, because I was about to fire you as my husband for poor administrative follow-through,” she teased playfully.
He turned her around to face him, pulling a small velvet ring box from his tailored jacket pocket.
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“It started as a fake marriage to stop a war, Chloe... but I never want it to end,” he whispered sincerely.
He opened the box to reveal a stunning diamond ring that caught the morning light with dazzling brilliance.
