Heavy and rapid footsteps echoed sharply across the polished white marble floor of the main hallway.
Daniel Vance pushed through the thick crowd of guests with a furious expression on his face.
He wore a tailored black suit that made him look authoritative and extremely powerful tonight.
His sharp eyes locked onto the cruel scene happening near the bright flag artwork display.
Daniel: WHAT ARE YOU DOING? LET GO OF HER RIGHT NOW!
Valeria startled slightly at the sound of her older brother's booming and aggressive voice.
She quickly let go of Sarah's shoulder and took a small step back toward the table.
Sarah collapsed onto her knees, clutching her belly tightly as tears streamed down her soft cheeks.
The sheer stress of the sudden confrontation had made her feel dizzy and completely weak.
Daniel rushed to her side immediately and placed a warm, protective hand on her trembling shoulder.
He checked to ensure she was safe before turning his fierce attention back to his sister.
Daniel: VALERIA!
Valeria: Daniel... your maid forgot her place, so I had to handle it.
Daniel: She is a human being, and you have no right to treat anyone this way!
Valeria crossed her arms defensively and rolled her eyes with pure dismissive arrogance.
She believed her family name made her completely immune to any real form of consequence.
The gathered crowd began to murmur in hushed tones as the sibling rivalry exploded open.
Daniel adjusted the button on his black suit jacket while glaring fiercely at his cruel sister.
His chest heaved with deep anger because he knew the true story behind Sarah's presence here.
Daniel: Someone call an ambulance right now! She needs emergency medical assistance immediately!
A butler quickly pulled out his phone to dial 911 without hesitation after hearing the direct order.
Valeria laughed sarcastically and shook her head as if the situation was just a joke.
Valeria: You are overreacting as usual over a simple clumsy servant girl, brother.
Daniel: You have no idea what you just did to this family tonight, Valeria.
Sarah sobbed quietly on the floor while Daniel stood firmly between her and the hostile heiress.
He refused to let anyone harm the vulnerable mother during this incredibly tense moment.
The guests watched the powerful man shield the low-ranking maid with absolute determination and focus.
It was clear to everyone present that Daniel cared far more than a normal boss should.
Valeria noticed the intense look in his eyes and felt a sudden wave of deep suspicion.
She narrowed her eyes and tried to figure out why he was acting so protective today.
Valeria: Why do you care so much about a common house employee, Daniel?
Daniel: Because unlike you, I actually possess a brain and a functioning heart!
He helped Sarah sit up slowly on the cool floor while offering her his handkerchief.
Sarah took the cloth with shaking fingers and wiped the heavy tears from her red eyes.
She looked up at Daniel with deep gratitude, knowing he was her only safe ally here.
The room remained deathly quiet as the tension reached a dangerous boiling point between everyone.
Daniel stood up tall once more and faced his arrogant sister with complete cold conviction.
He was ready to drop a massive truth that would shake the entire foundation tonight.
Valeria sneered at him, completely unaware of the massive storm heading directly her way.
She thought she was winning the petty argument in front of their wealthy inner circle.
Valeria: She spilled juice on my dress, so she deserves to be fired today!
Daniel: The only person getting removed from this estate tonight is you, Valeria!