Chapter 8 - Sanctuary and Sisterhood
Three weeks later, the Vance estate had undergone a complete transformation. The cold, intimidating monolith of wealth and cruelty was officially christened The Sanctuary Project—a state-of-the-art recovery and maternity center for women escaping abuse and corporate exploitation, fully funded and operated by Thorne Global Holdings.
In the sunlit master suite overlooking the ocean, Mia sat in a comfortable rocking chair, cradling a healthy, beautiful newborn baby girl wrapped in soft pink blankets.
The door opened quietly, and Victoria walked in, carrying a small silver bassinet adorned with ribbons. She smiled warmly, her usual stern corporate demeanor replaced by the radiant warmth of an adoring aunt.
"How is my favorite niece doing?" Victoria asked softly, kneeling beside the chair.
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"She has your stubborn expression when she's hungry," Mia laughed softly, her eyes sparkling with genuine happiness. "Have you thought of a name yet?"
"I was thinking," Victoria looked at Mia with deep affection, "we name her Aurora. Because no matter how dark the night gets, the sun always rises."
