Richard stared at the metal scissors lying open on the light stone floor of his backyard patio.
He remembered signing the new trust fund documents that left his multi-million dollar estate to his daughter.
Victoria stood completely still as the wealthy guests began whispering loudly among themselves in small groups.
Richard: You wanted her gone so you could take control of my family inheritance, didn't you?
Victoria: That is completely insane, Richard, I love this little girl like my own flesh and blood!
Lily: She told me my dead mother would never outshine her in this big house today!
The truth hit Richard like a heavy physical blow straight to his chest, taking his breath away.
He reached into his jacket pocket and pulled out his cell phone with shaking, angry fingers.
Richard: I am calling my top divorce lawyer and the local police department right this second.
Victoria's fake emotional face dropped instantly, replaced by a bitter sneer of absolute hatred and spite.
Victoria: You stupid old man, you never deserved a young and beautiful woman like me anyway!
She turned on her high heels and tried to storm away toward the main house garage entrance quickly.
Two large security guards who worked for the mansion stepped out to block her path completely.
Richard: You are not going anywhere until the officers arrive to take your official statement, Victoria.
Elena wrapped the warm dry towel tighter around Lily as the young girl began to cry softly.
Elena: It is all over now, little one, nobody will ever hurt you in this house again.
Richard walked over and dropped to his knees right beside his brave young child on the floor.
Richard: I am so sorry I did not see her true nature sooner, my sweet baby girl.
He pulled Lily into a tight embrace, feeling her small heart pounding fast against his own chest.