Chapter 10 - The New Empire
One Year Later.
The Thorne Estate was bathed in the golden light of a summer sunset. The gardens were filled with hundreds of guests, but there were no vipers left. Marcus and Seraphina were facing federal charges for corporate espionage. Eleanor Vance had faded into obscure bankruptcy.
Leah stood at the altar under an arch of white roses, wearing a breathtaking lace gown. Evelyn sat in the front row, beaming with pride, her health stable and her heart full. Leah's younger sister sat right beside her, fully recovered.
Caleb stood across from Leah, his icy eyes completely melted by absolute adoration. He took her hands, his thumb brushing over the massive diamond engagement ring he had placed there months ago.
"You saved her," Caleb whispered, his vows meant only for Leah. "And then, you saved me. You are my equal. My heart. My wife."
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"For the rest of our lives," Leah smiled, tears of joy shining in her eyes.
When Caleb kissed her, the elite crowd erupted into cheers. The former waitress hadn't just survived the ruthless world of billionaires; she had conquered it, tamed its most dangerous king, and finally built a family of her own.
