Serena's POV
Ryan studied the proposal, his expression thoughtful. "Smart move. LUXE has the distribution network Dreamland needs, and your designs will elevate their portfolio."
I nodded, feeling a surge of pride at what we'd accomplished. "Maya's staying in London to oversee the transition while Ethan recovers. She'll be dividing her time between the studio and his rehabilitation."
Ryan pulled me closer, pressing a kiss to my temple. "Good. They deserve some happiness after all this."
The following afternoon, I visited my mother at her London apartment.
"Silas Parker was formally charged this morning," she informed me as she poured tea into delicate porcelain cups. "His assets have been frozen pending investigation."
I accepted the tea, noting how steady her hands rem
