Arthur turned his back on his mother and walked back over to where Leo was standing.
He knelt down on the stone patio without caring if his suit got dirty.
He wrapped his strong arms around his young son and held him very close.
Arthur: I am so sorry I let her hurt your feelings today, son.
Leo: I just wanted everyone to enjoy the cake I worked so hard on.
Arthur: Your cake was the best thing at this entire party, Leo.
Arthur reached down into the clean center of the shattered cake dish on the ground.
He picked up a small, unsoiled piece of blackberry cake that had stayed on clean paper.
Arthur put the piece of cake right into his mouth and chewed it with a smile.
Arthur: This is the most delicious blackberry cake I have ever tasted in my life.
Leo let out a tiny soft laugh and wiped the last tears from his cheeks.
Arthur picked Leo up into his arms and carried him away from the messy patio.
The security guards stepped in front of Evelyn and Victoria, blocking their path completely.
Guard: Sir Arthur's orders are very clear, ma'am, please step toward the main gates now.
Evelyn looked around at the rest of the family members for any help or support.
Every single relative turned their head away, refusing to make eye contact with her.
They knew Arthur held all the financial power and authority in the entire family now.
Evelyn was forced to turn around and walk down the long driveway in utter humiliation.
Her expensive blue silk outfit and proud attitude could not save her from consequences.
Victoria followed quickly behind her, looking down at the ground in complete silence.
The remaining guests began to quiet down as Arthur carried Leo inside the kitchen doors.
The quiet warmth of the mansion kitchen felt much better than the cold outdoor terrace.
Arthur placed Leo gently on a tall leather stool right next to the long counter.