Chapter 9 - The Fall of the Vance Dynasty
By sunrise, the siege was over.
With the evidence recovered from Isabella's Zurich vault—unlocked using the secret key hidden inside the rope—federal authorities launched a massive raid on the Vance syndicate. Victor Vance and his top lieutenants were arrested on charges of domestic terrorism, assassination, and racketeering, dismantling the rival organization once and for all.
The Moretti estate was quiet once again.
Two months later, the repairs on the estate were complete. The dark, somber colors of the mansion had been replaced with warm, bright decor. The marble halls no longer echoed with hollow silence, but with the non-stop laughter of three little boys.
In the grand garden, the morning sun shone brightly over a brand-new wooden playground.
Gabriel stood on the terrace, wearing a simple navy sweater and jeans instead of his usual intimidating suits. He held two cups of hot coffee, watching Emma sitting on a swing with Liam while Leo and Lucas played on the slide.
He walked down the terrace steps and handed a cup to Emma.
"Thank you," Emma smiled, taking a sip as the warm breeze ruffled her chestnut hair.
"I spoke with the agency today," Gabriel said casually, leaning against the wooden swing frame.
Emma froze slightly, looking up at him. "The nanny agency?"
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"Yes," Gabriel said, a dangerous, beautiful smile curving his lips. "I told them I am terminating your contract as a nanny."
Emma’s heart sank into her stomach. "Gabriel... what?"
