The next morning two police officers arrived at the home to take David's statement.
David showed the officers the clear footage of Sarah's actions in the upstairs office.
The officers took down all the notes and requested copies of the digital evidence files.
Later that afternoon, Sarah's lawyer called David's legal team to demand a private settlement.
They offered to return the stolen photos if David dropped all legal claims against her.
David sat in his lawyer's office and rejected the settlement offer without any hesitation.
David: We are taking this matter directly to court for full public accountability.
Attorney: We will file for emergency protective orders to keep her far away.
David knew that standing up for justice was the only way to keep Lily safe.
News of the corporate espionage attempt quickly reached the local business news outlets online.
David's rival company tried to deny any connection to Sarah's illegal corporate spying actions.
However, bank transfer records soon revealed direct payments from the rival CEO to Sarah.
The police launched a full investigation into the corporate conspiracy against David's company.
David spent every evening reassuring Lily that she was completely safe in her home.
He hired a trusted local security firm to monitor the estate property around the clock.
Lily began to smile again as the fear from that afternoon started to fade away.
Lily: Are we going to be okay now, Daddy?
David: Yes, sweetheart, no one will ever harm our family again.
David held her close and knew he would do whatever it takes to protect her.