Twenty minutes later, Loretta walked down the stairs carrying two suitcases.
The security officers guided her firmly toward the grand double exit doors.
She looked back at Arthur one last time, expecting some pity.
Arthur stood near the framed national flag with his arms crossed tightly.
Arthur: You must leave this house tonight and never return here!
Loretta: You are making the biggest mistake of your entire life!
Arthur: Protecting my daughter will always be my absolute best decision.
The security guards escorted Loretta out into the bright afternoon sun.
The heavy front doors slammed shut, echoing throughout the grand entryway.
A calm, peaceful silence immediately returned to the Vance family mansion.
Arthur walked upstairs to check on his precious little daughter's room.
He found Lily sitting on her soft bed with Maria beside her.
Lily was coloring a brand new drawing on a clean white page.
Arthur: How are you feeling right now, my sweet little girl?
Lily looked up and gave her father a bright, happy smile.
Lily: I feel happy now, Daddy, because she is gone forever.
Arthur walked over and sat down beside her on the plush bed.
He took the crayon from her hand and smiled warmly at her artwork.
Arthur: I promise nobody will ever treat you like that again.
Lily: Look, I drew a picture of you, me, and Maria!
Arthur hugged his daughter tightly, feeling deep gratitude in his heart.
He knew he had made the right choice protecting his family.
Maria smiled warmly as she stacked the fresh drawing papers neatly.
Maria: Peace has finally returned to this house, Mr. Vance.
Arthur: Yes, and from now on, only love lives inside here.
Lily rested her head on her father's shoulder, feeling completely safe.
Together, they looked forward to a bright, happy, and loving future.