Arthur stood up slowly while holding Lily tightly against his chest with both arms.
His face turned red as explosive rage filled his heart and mind completely.
A low dramatic stillness hung over the mansion foyer as he looked up toward the balcony.
Brenda was standing near the white marble railing, looking startled by Arthur's sudden return.
Arthur carried Lily over to the front sofa and set her down gently with a soft whisper.
Arthur: Stay right here with the housekeeper, Lily.
Lily: Daddy, please don't leave me alone.
Arthur: Nobody is going to hurt you ever again in this home.
Arthur turned away from the sofa and charged up the wide grand staircase with fast heavy steps.
His shoes clicked sharply against the marble stairs with terrifying speed and purpose.
Brenda took two quick steps backward as Arthur reached the second floor balcony in seconds.
She clutched her casual t-shirt with shaking hands as Arthur stepped directly into her path.
Arthur: What on earth were you doing to my daughter up here?
Brenda: She tripped on her own dress, Arthur, I swear!
Arthur: I saw you cornering her near the open balcony edge!
Brenda: I was just playing a game with her teddy bear!
Arthur: You terrified an innocent child on top of a steep marble fall!
Arthur pointed his stern finger directly into Brenda's face in front of the giant flag background.
His voice thundered through the entire mansion with absolute authority and command.
Arthur: Don't you ever dare touch or threaten my child again!
Brenda: You cannot talk to me like this in front of the house staff!
Arthur: Get out of my house this very second!
Brenda stumbled backward onto the polished marble floor of the hallway in shock.
She clutched her chest while gasping for air as Arthur stood over her with cold authority.
The house staff gathered downstairs in shock as the explosive argument echoed loudly overhead.
Brenda looked up at Arthur with a mixture of anger, jealousy, and utter embarrassment.
Brenda: My sister would be ashamed of how you are treating me!
Arthur: My wife would have thrown you out the door years ago!
Brenda: You think your wealth gives you the right to command me!
Arthur: My house will always be a safe shelter for my daughter!
Arthur reached down, grabbed Brenda's arm firmly, and pulled her up from the floor.
He guided her firmly toward the grand staircase while she shouted bitter words at him.