Mark took one step closer until he stood nose-to-nose with Victoria.
His voice echoed loudly down the entire checkered marble corridor with force.
Mark: Get out of my house before I ruin your life! NOW!
Victoria trembled under the sheer power of Mark's booming voice.
Victoria: Mark please, let us discuss this privately inside your office!
Mark: You have five minutes to pack your belongings and leave forever!
Mark: If you are still here when security arrives, you will leave in handcuffs!
Victoria turned around in terror and sprinted up the wide grand staircase.
Mark turned his attention back to Elena, who remained on the floor.
He reached down with one hand while holding Leo tightly with his other.
He gently helped Elena stand up on her feet with deep respect.
Mark: Elena, you saved my son today when no one else could.
Elena: I could not let her harm him any longer sir.
Mark: You will never have to worry about your job or money again.
Mark: I am doubling your salary starting today, and paying your mother's bills.
Tears of relief spilled from Elena's eyes as she smiled through her pain.
A few moments later, Victoria hurried down the stairs holding two bags.
She tried to avoid Mark's sharp gaze as she ran toward the front doors.
She slammed the heavy entrance doors shut and vanished into the bright sun.
The dark cloud over the grand estate finally cleared away completely.
Mark held Leo close and kissed his head with deep tenderness again.
He knew that justice had been served inside his home today.
Leo smiled softly and placed his hand against his father's cheek.
The family was safe once more, protected by truth and true bravery.