Chapter 8 - The Queen of New York

Six months later, the dark clouds that had hung over the Moretti empire had completely cleared.
With the Romano family dismantled and integrated under Damiano’s fair, firm leadership, the East Coast entered an era of unprecedented peace and prosperity. The violent streets settled, and the other major families recognized Damiano not just as a powerful boss, but as a wise, unshakeable leader.
In Manhattan, the grand Moretti estate was completely renovated. The cold, austere marble corridors were now filled with warmth, colorful children's drawings, and the sound of laughter.
Today was a special day.
The grand ballroom was decorated with thousands of white roses, gold ribbons, and crystal chandeliers. Over two hundred guests—including the four major dons, influential city leaders, and loyal family soldiers—gathered in formal attire.
In the bridal suite, I stood before a floor-to-ceiling mirror, wearing an exquisite white lace wedding gown that cascaded down like a waterfall.
A gentle knock came at the door, and the elderly housekeeper, Anna, stepped inside, tears in her eyes. "You look like a true queen, Miss Sophia."
"I just feel like the luckiest woman alive, Anna," I replied, smoothing the silk fabric.
The door opened wider, and Emma walked in. She wore a matching flower girl dress with a small gold tiara resting on her dark curls. She held a basket of red rose petals in one hand and her worn rag doll in the other.
May you like
"Mommy, Daddy says it's time," Emma smiled brightly.
Hearing her call Damiano "Daddy" brought a wave of pure, overwhelming happiness to my heart.