A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

Silas strolled into the room, looking every bit the part in his impeccably tailored suit. It was as if the crowd parted for him naturally, sensing his commanding presence that demanded respect.

The chatter among the guests ceased almost instantly, leaving a silence that seemed to amplify his every step as he made his way toward Calliope. When he reached her, he offered a tender smile. "Don't worry, honey. I'm here."

When Calliope saw Silas, all her bottled-up emotions threatened to spill over. Her eyes welled up, and she felt a lump in her throat.

Silas gently tousled her hair, leaning in close to whisper, "Don't be afraid. If they don't want you, I do. I'll take care of you and give you everything you need.'

His voice was soft and reassuring, enough to melt anyone's heart. He took Calliope's hand, turned to Zelda, and said, "Give me your account number."

Zelda glared at Silas, her jaw clenched tight in anger. She venomously glanced at Calliope before begrudgingly rattling off her bank account number.

Silas nodded to Fagan, who had accompanied him.

"Transfer one million," he instructed.

promptly arranged the

"Let's not have any regrets later, coming

for her back!" Zelda snapped, snatching the agreement and signing it

Ulysses, please sign as well. Mrs. Myers will have nothing more to

in duplicate. One copy for you, one

before letting out a resigned sigh. He signed the document, followed by a hesitant Horatio and a somewhat eager Valerian and

had signed,

their copy of the agreement. He gave the Jewell family a steely look. "From now on, leave my wife

Silas

called to Mavis, who quickly

back to address everyone present. "From this day forward, I won't do business with anyone associated with the

his declaration, he

was momentarily stunned