Julian walked across the smooth marble floor with long determined strides.
The noise of light music and joyful laughter faded from his ears.
Every step he took toward Victoria felt heavy and full of emotion.
He remembered how she insisted on handling the wedding drink options himself.
He remembered how keen she was about signing the quick life insurance forms.
All the small warning signs finally made complete sense inside his head.
Victoria turned around and smiled sweetly as she saw him approaching her.
Victoria: Is everything okay darling over by the dessert table?
Julian: No everything is far from okay tonight Victoria.
Victoria: Why do you sound so serious on our special day?
Julian: We need to speak right now in front of everyone here.
Victoria's smile wavered slightly as she noticed his harsh expression.
The small circle of guests around them grew quiet and watched closely.
Julian reached into his jacket and pulled out his own cell phone.
Clara had just transferred the clear video file directly to his device.
He turned the screen toward Victoria's face and hit the play button.
Victoria looked down at the video playing clearly on the screen.
Her cheeks lost all their rosy color within two short seconds.
Her eyes widened in absolute shock as she saw herself pouring the vial.
Victoria: Where did you get that fake video clip from Julian?
Julian: Do not lie to me in front of these people anymore!
Victoria: That is not what it looks like I promise you!
Julian: You tried to put liquid chemical into my drink tonight!
A collective gasp went through the crowd of well-dressed party guests.
Victoria took a quick step back and gripped her white dress tightly.
Her hands shook as she realized her plan had completely failed now.
Victoria: Julian please let us go upstairs and talk privately!
Julian: There is nothing private left between us after this betrayal!
Julian turned his head toward the entrance of the bright hall.
Two security guards in uniform were standing near the heavy doors.
Julian raised his arm and signaled for them to walk over immediately.
Victoria looked around frantically as people began whispering about her actions.
She knew her status and reputation were crumbling in front of everyone.
Victoria: You cannot prove anything with just a short video!
Julian: The police will analyze the glass and the garbage bin soon.