The grand mansion ballroom was filled with bright crystal light and wealthy guests chatting softly near the piano.
Sarah adjusted her light blue uniform while keeping a close eye on young Lily near the sweet table.
She had worked as a maid for the Sterling family for nearly three full years now.
Her main job was taking care of seven year old Lily while the family hosted large events.
Ethan Sterling was a respected businessman who ran a very successful national real estate company.
His wife Victoria loved showing off their massive home to wealthy local guests every chance she got.
Sarah loved little Lily like her own child and always made sure the girl felt completely safe.
The little girl held Sarah's hand tightly whenever the loud music started playing inside the room.
Victoria stood near the center of the room showing off her expensive dark velvet dress to guests.
She laughed loudly while sipping sparkling wine from a tall glass near the grand piano.
Sarah noticed that Victoria rarely looked over at Lily during the entire busy evening party.
The room was filled with rich lawyers, corporate executives, and local business leaders talking business.
Sarah kept her distance while making sure Lily ate her fruit slices at the small table.
Suddenly Victoria turned around and saw Lily holding a small handmade silver locket in her hands.
Victoria's face turned red with rage as she quickly marched across the polished wooden floor.
Sarah saw the sudden change in Victoria's expression and immediately stepped closer to the child.
The guests nearby stopped talking as Victoria raised her voice in front of everyone present.
She pointed her finger directly at Sarah while standing over the frightened little girl.
Sarah placed herself directly between Victoria and Lily to protect the small child from harm.
The tension in the ballroom grew instantly as several guests turned around to watch the confrontation.
Sarah kept her voice calm and soft as she looked Victoria directly in the eyes.
Sarah: Please ma'am, keep your voice down so we do not scare the child.
Victoria: Do not tell me what to do inside my own home!
Sarah: She is just a little girl who was playing quietly with her toy.
Victoria: She is touching things that do not belong to her right now!
Sarah stood her ground firmly despite the harsh words coming from the wealthy woman.
The crowd gathered closer around the scene as the loud argument continued to grow worse.