The entire ballroom held its breath as Julian waited for the test.
Within two seconds, the white strip turned a dark, chemical purple.
The purple color confirmed the presence of a dangerous synthetic substance inside.
Julian's jaw tightened as a wave of deep shock hit his heart.
If Ethan had eaten one bite, he would have suffered greatly.
Julian looked up from the floor with fierce anger in his eyes.
He stared directly into his older brother's pale, trembling face.
Julian: The test strip is completely purple, Arthur.
Julian: This sweet cake was loaded with a deadly chemical toxin.
Arthur stepped backward toward the open double doors of the mansion.
Arthur: This is a setup! Someone else must have touched that cake!
Julian: Nobody else went near the cake before my son reached out.
Julian: Security staff, lock every single door in this grand mansion now!
Two large security guards immediately blocked the main ballroom exit doors.
Arthur looked around frantically like a cornered animal in a trap.
Julian slowly stood up from the floor and walked toward Clara.
He looked at the humble maid with immense gratitude and pure respect.
Julian: You saved my son's life today, little Lily.
Julian: You are a brave little angel, and I am forever thankful.
Lily smiled softly and hid her sweet face behind her mother's arm.
Clara wept openly with relief, holding her small daughter very tightly.
Clara: I am just so glad Ethan is completely safe, sir.
Julian: Safe is not enough. Justice will be served in full today.
Julian pulled his phone out and called his private legal team.
He also contacted the local police department to report the attempt.
Arthur tried to push past the heavy guards at the exit.
The guards grabbed Arthur's arms firmly and held him against the wall.
The family trust fund lawyer stepped forward with a solemn expression.
Lawyer: Arthur, your access to the estate accounts is officially suspended now.