Chapter 20 - The Last RepairSix months later, the Sunrise Diner had been completely rebuilt into The Spark Bistro, a high-end, award-winning restaurant overlooking the Chicago skyline.
Outside, parked by the curb, was a vintage black luxury sedan with a brand-new battery.
Inside the bustling kitchen, Emma Carter—now wearing an executive chef’s jacket embroidered with subtle silver wrench insignia—plated a delicate dessert with absolute precision.
The front bell chimed softly.
Luca walked in, wearing a sharp charcoal suit without the heavy security detail trailing behind him. He walked straight past the hostess stand, straight into the kitchen, and stopped right in front of Emma.
"Car trouble?" Emma asked with a smirk, wiping her hands on a clean cloth.
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Luca smiled, leaning down to press a soft, lingering kiss to her lips in front of the entire stunned kitchen staff.
"Never," Luca whispered, sliding his hand into hers, feeling the heavy silver ring resting securely on her finger. "As long as I have the best mechanic in Chicago by my side."
