David immediately grabbed Victoria by her arm and pushed her away from him.
Two city police officers who were attending the gala stepped forward rapidly.
They grabbed Victoria's hands and pulled them behind her back with metal handcuffs.
Victoria: You can't do this to me! Do you know who my father is?
Officer: You are under arrest for attempted child endangerment and fraud.
The guests watched in satisfaction as the police led Victoria away in tears.
Her grand dream of taking the family fortune was completely ruined forever.
David walked slowly across the wide room toward Clara with tears in his eyes.
He fell to his knees in front of her right in the middle of the ballroom.
David: I am so sorry, Clara. I was blind and foolish.
Clara: Please stand up, Mr. Vance. You just wanted to protect your family.
David: You saved my son's life twice today, and I rewarded you with cruelty.
David: I can never apologize enough for the pain I caused you.
David stood up and took Clara's hand with deep gratitude and respect.
David: I want to fire Victoria's high-priced lawyers and hire you as Leo's full-time guardian.
David: You will have a high salary, your own private room, and full control of his care.
Clara: I would love nothing more than to protect sweet little Leo, sir.
The entire ballroom erupted into loud applause and cheers for the brave young woman.
David took a large legal checkbook from his pocket and wrote a massive check.
He handed her a settlement check for one hundred thousand dollars as an immediate reward.
Clara held the check with trembling hands as tears of pure happiness filled her eyes.
A few minutes later, the nanny brought little Leo down into the ballroom.
The baby saw Clara and immediately reached out his little arms with a bright smile.
Clara held the baby close to her heart and kissed his warm forehead softly.
She knew that her days of fear and poverty were finally over for good.
Justice had prevailed, and she had found a true home where she was loved.