Shattered Vows

Epilogue

The sun dipped low on the horizon, casting a warm, golden glow over the Tuscan villa.

The air smelled of lavender and fresh bread, and the gentle breeze carried the laughter of friends and family mingling in the garden below.

Isa stood on the balcony, a soft smile tugging at her lips as she watched the scene unfold—a scene she had once thought impossible for herself.

Down in the garden, Luca was talking with Enzo, who looked uncharacteristically relaxed, a wide grin on his face.

Their conversation seemed light, easy, like they had left the weight of the world behind.

It was a rare sight, seeing Luca so at ease, the tension that used to line his features now replaced with something Isa had only dreamed of—contentment.

Isa rested her hands on the stone railing, her gaze drifting to the sprawling vineyard that stretched out as far as the eye could see.

This place had become her sanctuary, a symbol of the life she and Luca had built together. A life far removed from the violence and darkness of their past.

She sighed softly, her heart full. The journey had been anything but easy.

They had faced their demons, their secrets, their shattered vows. But now, standing here in the golden light of the setting sun, it felt like all of that was behind them.

They had come out stronger, more united than ever before.

The sound of footsteps behind her pulled Isa from her thoughts, and she turned to see Luca stepping out onto the balcony, his dark eyes fixed on her with that same intensity she had fallen in love with.

But now, that intensity was softened by something warmer, something that made her heart skip a beat every time she saw it.

“Thinking about running away?” Luca teased, a smirk playing on his lips as he came to stand beside her.

Isa laughed, shaking her head. “No, just enjoying the view,” she replied, leaning into him as his arm wrapped around her waist.

“Besides, where would I go? I’ve got everything I need right here.”

Luca’s smirk softened into a genuine smile as he pressed a kiss to the top of her head. “Good answer.”

They stood there for a moment, just watching the sunset in comfortable silence.

It was moments like these that Isa cherished most—simple, peaceful, and full of love. No more chaos, no more danger.

Just the two of them, together.

“I never thought we’d get here,” Isa murmured, her voice soft as she leaned into Luca’s chest.

Luca’s hand moved to gently lift her chin, forcing her to meet his gaze. “I told you I’d give you the world, didn’t I?”

Isa smiled, her heart swelling with love for the man standing beside her. “Yes, you did. And you’ve kept that promise.”

Luca’s expression turned serious, his voice low as he spoke. “I’ll always keep my promises to you, Isa. Always.”

Isa’s eyes filled with unshed tears—not of sadness, but of happiness, the kind that filled her to the brim.

This was her life now, a life where she was loved, protected, and free to be herself.

“And I’ll always love you, Luca,” she whispered, standing on her toes to press a soft kiss to his lips.

Luca kissed her back, slow and sweet, his hands pulling her closer as though he couldn’t bear to let her go

When they finally pulled apart, his eyes were full of warmth and affection.

“I was thinking…” Luca said, his tone suddenly lighter, teasing. “We should plant more lavender in the garden.

You love the smell, and it would look perfect for when we—”

“When we what?” Isa asked, arching an eyebrow.

“When we have a little one running around,” Luca said, his smirk returning, though his eyes held a genuine excitement.

Isa’s cheeks flushed, but she couldn’t help the smile that spread across her face.

The idea of starting a family with Luca, of raising children in this beautiful place they had built—it was more than she had ever dared to dream.

“I think that sounds perfect,” she whispered, resting her hand on his chest, feeling the steady beat of his heart beneath her palm.

Luca’s smile widened as he leaned down to kiss her again, slower this time, as if savoring every moment.

When he pulled back, he rested his forehead against hers, his voice barely above a whisper. “You’re my forever, Isa.”

Isa felt her heart flutter in her chest, and for a moment, she just stood there, lost in the warmth of Luca’s arms and the beauty of the life they had created together.

“Forever,” she whispered back, sealing the promise with another kiss.

As the sun finally dipped below the horizon, casting the sky in hues of pink and purple, Isa knew without a doubt that this was the beginning of the sweetest chapter of their lives.

Because after all the storms, all the heartbreak, and all the shattered vows, they had found their way to each other—and nothing could ever break them apart again.

Together, they were unbreakable.

And this? This was just the start of their happily ever after.