Chapter 10 - The Family Vow
One year later.
The grand gardens of the Varric estate were decorated with hundreds of blooming white roses and silk ribbons.
Soft violin music floated through the warm afternoon air as dozens of guests—reformed business partners, loyal friends, and staff—sat in golden chairs on the lawn.
At the end of the flower-draped aisle stood Matteo Varric, looking breathtakingly handsome in a dark tailored tuxedo. Beside him stood Frank, his loyal chief of security, acting as his best man.
The music shifted into a majestic bridal march.
Liana stepped out onto the marble terrace, holding a bouquet of white lilies.
She wore a breathtaking white lace wedding gown with a sweeping train, looking like a queen. Walking beside her was little Nico, now nearly two years old, holding a tiny ring pillow, while Edna walked right behind them pushing a stroller with little Leo, who was waving a white flower.
As Liana walked down the aisle toward Matteo, tears of unshakeable joy filled his eyes.
When she reached the altar, Matteo took her hands in his, holding them firmly.
"Liana," Matteo said, his voice echoing clearly across the sunny garden during his vows. "You came into my home as a stranger in a quiet red dress, but you saved my soul. You fought through darkness to bring our sons home, and you filled this house with light. I vow to love you, protect you, and honor you for every remaining day of my life."
Emma smiled through tears of pure happiness. "Matteo, when I lost everything, I thought my life was over. But you showed me that love can rebuild even the most broken hearts. I promise to stand by your side, to care for our family, and to love you with all that I am."
"By the authority vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife!" the priest announced joyfully. "You may kiss your bride!"
Matteo pulled Liana close, dipping her gently as he kissed her with deep, passionate love, while the entire crowd erupted into loud cheers and applause.
Nico ran up to them, pulling on Matteo’s trousers, while Edna brought Leo close.
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Matteo scooped up both of his sons in his strong arms, pulling Liana into his side, bringing all four of them together in a warm, tight family embrace under the bright, glorious sunshine.
The painful past was gone forever. The truth had set them free, and their family was finally, wonderfully, eternally whole.
