Arthur rushed into the grand marble hall with long fast strides.
Two private security guards from his company followed directly behind him through the open entry doors.
Elena gasped loudly as her juice glass nearly slipped straight out of her hand.
Elena: Arthur! You... you were not supposed to return until tomorrow evening!
Arthur: Get away from my son right this second, Elena!
Arthur dropped straight down onto his knees on the cold marble floor.
He unhooked the soft harness strap with shaking hands and lifted baby Toby into his arms.
The infant clung tightly to Arthur's grey suit jacket, sobbing softly against his shoulder.
Arthur: It is okay, my sweet boy, daddy is right here now.
Arthur stood up slowly while holding his crying son close against his chest.
His eyes were burning with intense rage as he looked straight at his wife.
Arthur: How dare you treat my motherless child like an unwanted creature!
Elena: Darling, please let me explain, it is not what it looks like!
Arthur: I stood right behind that door and heard every cruel word you said!
Maria: Sir, she neglects him every single time you leave the city on business!
Elena glared at Maria with pure hatred showing across her face.
Elena: She is lying to you, Arthur, she is trying to destroy our marriage!
Arthur: Maria is the only person in this house who actually protected my child!
Elena: I am your wife and the lady of this entire estate!
Arthur: You are a monster who will never set foot in this home again!
Arthur motioned to the two large security guards standing near the front door.
Arthur: Escort this woman to the guest quarters and guard the exit doors immediately!
Elena stumbled backward in utter shock as the realization hit her all at once.