Chapter 23: The Birth of Hope
Chapter 23: The Birth of Hope
In early spring, as the green shoots of life broke through the fertile soil of the Hudson Valley, baby Leo Vale arrived into the world.
The delivery at the regional medical center was smooth and joyful. Dominic never left Mia’s side, holding her hand through every moment. When the nurse placed the tiny, dark-haired baby boy into Dominic’s arms, the former kingpin who had once commanded fear across states shed quiet tears of pure happiness.
Harper stood on her tiptoes beside the hospital bed, peaking into the blanket.
"He's so tiny," Harper whispered softly. "I'm going to teach him how to draw star pancakes!"
"I'm sure he would love that, sweetie," Mia murmured weakly but happily, resting her head against the pillows.
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Dominic leaned down, kissing Mia’s lips softly before holding baby Leo close to his chest.
"Welcome to the world, Leo," Dominic whispered warmly. "You are born into light."
