Sarah lunged across the edge of the large sofa.
She scooped little Lily tightly into her arms just in time.
The heat from the metal plate brushed against Sarah's own shoulder.
She pulled the small child against her chest and backed away fast.
Lily sobbed loudly into the soft fabric of Sarah's navy uniform.
Sarah's hands shook uncontrollably as she shielded the small infant.
Sarah: What are you doing!
Victoria: How dare you touch me!
Sarah: You were about to hurt this baby!
Victoria: Get your dirty hands off that child right now!
Sarah: Step away from us right now!
Victoria: You are just a hired maid in this house!
Victoria took a quick step forward with her arm raised high.
Sarah stood her ground and placed herself between Victoria and the baby.
She yelled for help at the top of her lungs.
The echo carried down the long hallway toward the front entrance.
Victoria glared with cold hatred in her dark eyes.
She tried to snatch the infant back by force.
Sarah pushed her away firmly to keep the child completely safe.
Victoria stumbled backward into the side of the wooden table.
The front doors slammed open with a heavy bang.
Ethan stepped inside carrying his leather briefcase.
He stopped dead in his tracks as he saw the scene.
His dark green velvet suit matched the formal mood of his office.
Now his face was pale with sudden confusion and rising anger.