As the sun rose higher over the shimmering ocean, Theo pressed a gentle kiss to Ava's knuckles, letting his lips linger on the rich diamond that now adorned her finger. The proposal was more than a vow — it was a renewal of their love, a dramatic turning of the page.
Ava turned back toward the villa, a small, affectionate smile creeping across her face. "Amélia… we should call her soon. She's probably up already, coloring quietly at your parents' home."
Theo nodded, the softness in his piercing green eyes a rich contrast to the kingpin the world believed him to be. "She's safest there… surrounded by people who love her… while we figure this all out."
A moment of silence fell between them — not heavy or oppressive, but rich and purposeful — a peace earned through trial and temptation. Whatever came next, whatever power plays and promises lay in their future, their family remained their greatest treasure.
Hand in hand, Ava and Theo walked back toward their cliffside mansion, a rich future blooming from the ashes of their past.