like rats from a sinking ship.
By the end of the week, Julian was in custody. His empire—built on lies, betrayal, and blood—was dismantled piece by piece. The assets were seized. The victims, including my father’s former employees, received restitution.
**A New Beginning**
Three months later, my mother was recovering beautifully in a private villa by the sea. I stood on the balcony watching the sunset when Rafe joined me.
He was no longer disguised. He wore a simple white linen shirt and looked every bit the powerful man he
