Chapter 19 - The Banquet
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To celebrate the peace, Dominic hosted a grand banquet in the great hall. It was exactly like the night Lily had warned him, but this time, the atmosphere was light. The music was joyful, the wine flowed freely, and there were no hidden enemies at the table.
Sophia sat at Dominic's right side, wearing a stunning diamond necklace he had gifted her. Lily was seated on his left, demanding he cut her steak for her.
Dominic looked down the long walnut table at his loyal men. Marco stood behind his chair, fully healed, sipping a glass of water. It was a perfect evening. The empire was secure. His family was safe.
"To Don Moretti!" a capo raised his glass at the far end of the table. "Long may he reign!"
"To the Don!" the room echoed in a booming, unified voice.
Dominic raised his glass, smiling at Sophia. He took a long sip of the rich red wine, feeling a profound sense of peace. He had conquered his demons, defeated his brother, and found a woman who loved the man beneath the monster.
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As the dessert was served, the opera singer in the alcove began a beautiful, haunting melody. Sophia leaned over, whispering in his ear about the wedding plans, making him chuckle.
For the first time in his thirty-eight years, Dominic Moretti let his guard completely down.
