Chapter 10 - The Billion-Dollar Ring
Three months later, the Manhattan skyline sparkled brilliantly through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the restored penthouse.
Sienna and Viktor were currently rotting in a federal penitentiary with absolutely no hope of parole.
Dante's financial empire was stronger than ever, completely cleansed of all traitors and corrupt guards.
Mara stood near the grand foyer, but she was no longer wearing her simple, plain housekeeping uniform.
She wore a stunning, elegant black evening gown that perfectly hugged her curves.
The most powerful underworld bosses and elite socialites were gathered in the ballroom for a massive celebration.
Dante walked up to the microphone, his dark eyes silencing the entire crowded room instantly.
He told the crowd that a true empire is not built on money, but on loyalty, brilliance, and incredible bravery.
He walked down the velvet steps and stood directly in front of Mara.
The ruthless mafia boss slowly got down on one knee right in front of the entire criminal elite.
He pulled out the familiar velvet-lined case that the courier had delivered all those months ago.
He opened it, revealing the breathtaking, flawless diamond that was worth over a billion dollars.
Dante asked the brave woman who had saved his life to do him the honor of being his wife and equal partner.
Mara smiled warmly with tears in her eyes and happily whispered yes.
He slid the heavy, cold diamond onto her finger, and the entire ballroom erupted into deafening applause.
They embraced tightly in the center of the penthouse, finally safe and perfectly happy together.
Later that night, Mara stood quietly by the glass window, looking out at the glittering city below.
Her secure, encrypted burner phone vibrated softly in the hidden pocket of her dress.
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She looked at the screen and read the newly arrived text message.
It read: "Mission accomplished, Agent Mara. Awaiting your final signal to take down Dante Marcel."
