The cold water hit Maya like a shock as she sank below.
She opened her eyes beneath the bright blue surface light.
The wrapped bundle was floating downward toward the deep concrete bottom.
Maya kicked her legs hard and reached out her soaking arms.
She stroked through the heavy water with all her remaining strength.
Her hands grabbed the edge of the thick white fabric bundle tightly.
She pulled the wet item against her chest and kicked up fast.
Her head broke through the surface of the water with a splash.
She gasped for air while holding the saved bundle close to her.
The guests pulled back in confusion as Maya swam to the stairs.
She climbed out of the swimming pool soaked from head to toe.
Water dripped off her uniform onto the smooth marble tiles below.
Maya: I saved it!
A handsome man in a plain grey shirt rushed forward quickly.
He knelt beside Maya on the wet concrete without any hesitation.
He gently checked the dry center of the protected velvet swaddle.
The precious family documents inside were still completely dry and intact.
Maya: The papers are safe, sir!
The man offered Maya a warm hand to help her stand up.
Elena rushed toward them before anyone else could say a single word.
Her green silk dress swished loudly as she stepped over the puddles.
She pointed her finger right into Maya's wet face with pure rage.
Elena: She threw it in! She tried to kill my family legacy!
Maya backed up a step in total disbelief and emotional turmoil.
Elena: She wanted to steal the silver and throw the evidence away!
Maya: She is lying!
Maya wiped tears from her eyes as she pointed back at Elena.
Maya: You threw the bundle into the water yourself!
Elena: Do not listen to this crazy girl!
Elena turned to the man in the grey shirt with an angry frown.
Elena: Fire her immediately and call the county police department!