The morning sun poured through the high glass windows of the grand estate.
Clara smoothed her white uniform apron as she walked through the spotless hallway.
She loved caring for little Leo, who was barely six months old.
His mother had passed away shortly after he was born.
Ethan worked endless hours to keep his family business running smoothly.
Then Victoria entered their lives six months ago like a sudden storm.
She married Ethan quickly and took control of the entire household budget.
Victoria hated the small child who inherited the main family trust fund.
Clara noticed how cold Victoria was whenever Ethan left for business trips.
The mansion felt icy and silent despite the expensive velvet furniture.
Clara pushed the wheeled cart down the marble corridor toward the nursery room.
She heard sharp footsteps echoing near the grand staircase balcony above.
Victoria stood looking down with an angry expression on her pale face.
She adjusted her dark green silk dress while staring at the tiny cradle.
Clara felt a sudden chill run down her spine as she paused.
She moved closer to protect the sleeping baby from that cold gaze.
Victoria noticed Clara standing there and narrowed her sharp brown eyes.
She did not like anyone questioning her authority in this house.
The air inside the wide foyer grew heavy with unspoken tension.
Clara picked up little Leo gently and held him close to her heart.
She promised to keep him safe no matter what happened next.