The police officers arrived through the front entrance doors within five short minutes.
They placed metal cuffs on Julian's wrists and led him out of the bright house.
The remaining guests stood around the room talking in shocked whispers about the event.
Marcus turned away from the crowd and walked back toward Elena and little Lily.
The young maid was standing up now while brushing white dust off her dress.
Her hands were still shaking from the intense fear she felt just moments ago.
Mr. Moretti: Elena, I owe you and your child a debt I can never repay.
Elena: I was just scared when the plate broke on the floor, sir.
Elena: I am so glad that sweet Ethan is safe and healthy right now.
Marcus reached out his hand and gently touched Lily's small arm with deep respect.
Mr. Moretti: You are a very brave little girl, Lily.
Mr. Moretti: Most people would have stayed quiet and said nothing at all today.
Lily smiled softly and hid her round face behind her mother's black cotton apron.
Marcus pulled a thick leather wallet from his inner suit pocket without delay.
He pulled out a signed card that belonged to his private legal trust company.
Mr. Moretti: Starting today, you no longer work as a house maid in this estate.
Elena: Sir? Are you firing me from my job right now?
Mr. Moretti: No, Elena. I am hiring you as the main manager of my household staff.
Mr. Moretti: You will receive a full salary and a new home on this property.
Elena gasped loudly as she looked down at the official card in her hand.
Elena: Mr. Moretti, this is way too much for a simple mistake with cake!
Mr. Moretti: It is not a mistake. You raised a daughter who saved my family today.
Mr. Moretti: I am also creating a trust fund that will pay for Lily's college education.
Ethan ran over from the kids table and wrapped his arms around Lily's shoulders.
Ethan: Thank you for stopping me from eating that cake, Lily!
Lily: We can share a new slice together when the kitchen bakes more!