The heavy front door clicked shut behind the officers, leaving the kitchen in total peace for the first time all morning. Brandon immediately turned toward Maya and Chloe, grabbing two cold ice packs from the freezer and handing them to the girls.
Brandon: Here, keep these on your cheeks. My private doctor is already on his way to check both of you over.
Maya: Thank you so much, Mr. Sterling. We were so scared she was going to convince you we were lying.
Brandon: I would never doubt you two. You have been like family to me since your father passed away.
Chloe: What is going to happen to her now?
Brandon: She is going to jail. My legal team is already filing for an immediate annulment based on domestic violence and breach of contract. She will not receive a single penny from my estate or my company.
Maya: Do we... do we still have our jobs here?
Brandon: You don't have to work as maids anymore if you don't want to. In fact, I am setting up a full educational trust fund for both of you starting today. Your tuition, books, and living expenses will be completely covered until you graduate college.
Chloe: Mr. Sterling... we don't know what to say... that's too much!
Brandon: It's what your father would have wanted for you. You deserve safety, respect, and a bright future, not abuse from greedy people.
Maya: We are so grateful for everything you've done for us today.
Brandon: You never have to live in fear in this house again. Now, let's get you both rested up while the doctor checks your injuries.
As the sun shone brightly through the kitchen windows, illuminating the framed American flag on the wall, the shadow of fear was finally lifted from the estate. Maya and Chloe held each other tightly, knowing that justice had prevailed and that their future was finally safe.