Chapter 20 - Justice Catches Up With The Masters Of Deceit
The chaotic commotion at the charity gala drew gasps from elite socialites as federal agents swarmed the floor. Julian Vance was pinned hard against the polished marble tiles, his arms wrenched tightly behind his back in steel handcuffs.
“You can’t arrest me! I have diplomatic immunity through foreign trade boards!” Julian shouted furiously. Agent Miller flashed a federal arrest warrant inches from Julian’s face with a triumphant grin.
“Diplomatic immunity doesn't cover international human trafficking and domestic conspiracy, Mr. Vance,” Miller stated loudly. The flashbulbs of tabloid photographers lit up the ballroom like lightning as Julian was hauled away in disgrace.
Elena watched the man who orchestrated her family’s nightmare get dragged out of the building forever. The terror that had gripped her heart for months finally melted away into a profound, lasting peace.
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Rafael placed a proud, reassuring hand on his daughter’s shoulder, smiling warmly down at her. “It’s over, Elena. You and Nicolás are completely safe now,” Rafael whispered softly.
Elena nodded, taking a deep, steady breath of the evening air as the crowd parted around them respectfully. She had survived the ultimate betrayal and emerged stronger than anyone ever thought possible.
