Chapter 29 - SECURING THE LEGACY
Working directly with the Smithsonian Institution and the US Department of Justice, Marcus arranged for the document's transfer.
A private ceremony was held in Washington, D.C., where Marcus officially gifted the historic artifact to the American people.
The President of the United States personally thanked Marcus and his family for their selfless preservation of history.
National news networks broadcast the story nationwide, celebrating Marcus as a true American hero and guardian of freedom.
At the estate, Leo and Toby watched their father on television, jumping up and down on the sofa with pride.
"That's my daddy! He saved the flag paper!" Toby cheered happily, clapping his small hands together.
Evelyn smiled with deep pride, her eyes brimming with emotional tears as she watched Marcus address the nation.
The Vance family name had been elevated to national honor, forever clearing any dark stains left behind by past traitors.
Marcus returned home that evening, greeted by warm hugs and cheers from his loving family in the grand foyer.
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They ate dinner together under the soft warm light of the mansion, surrounded by peace, joy, and deep security.
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