Two uniformed estate security guards stepped into the foyer through the main doors.
Arthur pointed toward Victoria, who was still kneeling on the light marble floor.
Arthur: Escort this woman off my property immediately and do not let her return.
Victoria: Arthur, you cannot throw me out into the street like this!
The security guards firmly took Victoria by her arms and guided her up.
She cried out in shame as she was led past dozens of judging eyes.
The heavy front doors of the mansion closed behind Victoria with a loud click.
She was gone from their lives, leaving behind all her status and wealth.
Arthur turned back to his daughter and knelt down on the soft floor.
He wiped the remaining tears from Mia's cheeks with his gentle thumb.
Arthur: I am so sorry I did not see her true heart sooner, Mia.
Mia: I am just glad you believed me, Daddy.
Arthur: I will always believe you and I will always keep you safe.
Arthur picked up the torn pink ribbon from the floor with care.
He placed it gently into Mia's hands and hugged her tight once more.
Arthur: Tomorrow, we will have a tailor repair your mother's dress perfectly.
Mia smiled through her small tears and rested her head on his shoulder.
The guests applauded softly as Arthur carried Mia upstairs away from the crowd.
He promised himself that he would protect his daughter's happiness above all else.
The dark chapter of their lives had finally come to a complete end.
Mia felt safe in her father's arms, knowing justice had finally been served.