The bright crystal chandeliers lit up the high ceilings of the estate.
Golden accents sparkled along the long hallway floor.
Julian adjusted his black velvet tuxedo in the silent corridor.
He was ready for the grand charity event tonight.
His wife Victoria stood near the giant wall mirror.
Her silk red gown swept across the marble floor.
A young maid named Elena walked quickly down the hall.
She held a small tray of silver drinking glasses.
Victoria suddenly stepped directly into Elena's path.
Her dark eyes flashed with deep hatred and anger.
Victoria: You were told to stay in the back kitchen!
Elena: I was just bringing the clean glassware, ma'am.
Victoria reached out and shoved Elena back with force.
Elena stumbled backward toward the polished wall mirror.
The heavy glass mirror cracked loudly against the wall.
Sharp pieces fell to the shining floor with a sharp crash.
Elena gasped in pain as she held her stomach.
Julian rushed down the long corridor in pure shock.
Julian: What is happening out here right now?
Victoria: She was being careless with the expensive house items!
Elena: That is not why she pushed me!
Julian looked between the two women in deep confusion.
He saw real terror written across Elena's pale face.
He knew his wife was hiding a massive truth.
Julian: Tell me what is going on here!
Elena: She has lied to you for three years!
Victoria stepped forward to grab Elena's shaking arm.
Victoria: Keep your mouth shut if you want your job!
Julian: Stop touching her and back away right now!
Julian placed himself directly between Victoria and Elena.
The air in the grand hallway felt ice cold.
Elena wiped a heavy tear from her red cheek.
She looked up into Julian's worried dark eyes.
Elena: I cannot hide the truth from you anymore.
Julian: Tell me what? What are you hiding from me?!
Elena took a deep breath before she spoke aloud.
Elena: She told me your daughter must never know who you are...