Chapter 7 - Unbroken and Forever SovereignAt 8:30 p.m., as the spring sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky over Lake Michigan in brilliant shades of rose, gold, and deep sapphire, the private terrace was illuminated by dozens of soft, twinkling fairy lights.
Julian stepped up to our table carrying a silver tray holding two fresh glasses of vintage wine.
"For CEO Julian Vance and Chief Counsel Evelyn Carter," Julian smiled warmly, offering a respectful bow before stepping back toward the guests.
I picked up my glass, looking out over the vast, sparkling blue waters stretching before us into the unbroken horizon.
There were no toxic husband lies keeping me in the dark. There were no boiling skillet threats lurking in kitchens. There were no tears swallowed in silent rooms.
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The quiet, isolated victim was dead forever. The sovereign matriarch had claimed her throne.
And standing under the vast, unbroken sky, holding my head high beside true friends, I knew that my life, my heart, and my future were finally, beautifully, and forever home.
