The Scar Beneath The Veil
He paused, letting his words sink in before turning to Amara, his expression softening into an intense, possessive devotion that was both genuine and strategically terrifying.
"I have secured the fortress, but it is my wife, Signora Amara Valenti, who has provided the most essential foundation."
He paused, then placed his hand gently on her abdomen—a subtle, definitive gesture that made the room gasp.
"I am honored and proud to announce that my wife is pregnant. She is carrying the Valenti heir."
A wave of shock, followed by thunderous applause, swept the room. It was the final, absolute confirmation. The dynasty was secured. The marriage was not a failure; it was a triumphant, powerful
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