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Chapter 42: The Sovereign's Dawn

Author: King Great
last update publish date: 2026-07-29 20:57:24

The private jet breached the cloud layer over the Ligurian Sea, bathing the cabin in the brilliant gold of early morning. London was four hours behind them—its fog, damp streets, and defeated directorate left firmly in the wake of the Gulfstream’s twin engines.

Julia sat near the forward window, the leather document case resting on her lap. Her black coat was unbuttoned, her posture relaxed against the plush upholstery. Through the window, the jagged coastline of Italy emerged beneath the blue
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  • The Mafia's Widow Revenge    Chapter 42: The Sovereign's Dawn

    The private jet breached the cloud layer over the Ligurian Sea, bathing the cabin in the brilliant gold of early morning. London was four hours behind them—its fog, damp streets, and defeated directorate left firmly in the wake of the Gulfstream’s twin engines.Julia sat near the forward window, the leather document case resting on her lap. Her black coat was unbuttoned, her posture relaxed against the plush upholstery. Through the window, the jagged coastline of Italy emerged beneath the blue horizon like a kingdom awaiting its ruler.Luca walked back from the cockpit, setting two porcelain cups of espresso on the polished tray table. He slid into the leather seat opposite hers, his long legs stretching into the aisle, his dark eyes watching her with that quiet, grounding presence that had become her anchor through every trial."Victor just relayed the morning reports," Luca said, his deep voice carrying the calm rhythm of a long-awaited peace. "Lord Hargrave made his calls before su

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