The Waitress Collapsed in the Restaurant—Then the Mafia Boss Found Her Before Anyone Else Did

The morning sun over the Atlantic Ocean was warm and bright, casting golden rays across the green lawns of the Gallo Estate.

On the wide wooden back patio, three-year-old Finn was giggling wildly, chasing a small golden retriever puppy across the grass, his little boots kicking up dew.

Sadie stood near the patio railing, holding a steaming cup of tea. She wore a soft cream sweater and jeans, her hair falling gracefully around her shoulders, her skin radiant with health, peace, and happiness.

A pair of strong arms wrapped around her waist from behind, pulling her gently against a broad, warm chest.

Sadie leaned back into Roman’s embrace, a soft, contented sigh escaping her lips as he rested his chin gently against her shoulder.

“He’s getting so fast,” Roman murmured, watching Finn play with the puppy.

“He gets that from you,” Sadie teased softly, turning her head to press a warm kiss against Roman’s jawline. “Always running toward trouble.”

Roman chuckled—a deep, rich sound that filled Sadie with immense warmth.

He reached into his pocket and pulled out a small velvet box, opening it to reveal a stunning diamond ring that sparkled brilliantly in the morning light.

Sadie’s breath caught in her throat. She looked from the ring up to Roman’s dark, loving eyes.

“When you collapsed in that restaurant six months ago, Sadie,” Roman said, his voice raw with deep emotion, “I thought I was just saving a woman from drowning. But the truth is... you and Finn saved me. You brought light back into a house that had been cold and dark for far too long.”

He looked into her hazel eyes, his touch gentle as he slid the ring onto her finger.

“Will you marry me, Sadie? Will you make this house a real home?”

Tears of pure happiness overflowed Sadie’s eyes. She threw her arms around Roman’s neck, kissing him with all the love and devotion in her heart.