Blackmailed by the Italian Billionaire(64)

Luc’s smile faded, and she caught a glimpse of the ruthless man who had been willing to blackmail her to get what he wanted. “She’ll have to,” he said, “if she wants to spend time with her grandchildren.”

“Grandchildren?” Happiness bubbled up inside her at the thought of Luc’s babies. “I like that idea.”

“Good, because I want plenty, but not just yet. For now, I want you to myself.” He reached into his pants pocket. “I’ve been carrying this around since you left the island, hoping I would get this chance.” Taking her hand in his, he stroked his thumb over her palm and then slid the sapphire ring onto her finger. “Lia Brent, will you marry me?
She closed her fist around the ring, holding it tight.

“I will.”