An hour later, the head of security arrived inside Richard main office.
The room was spacious, with dark mahogany furniture and large framed windows.
Richard sat behind his heavy desk with a grim expression on his face.
Victoria sat on the edge of a leather armchair across from him.
The security chief placed a small metal flash drive onto the desk.
Security Officer: We pulled the high-definition footage from the staircase angle.
Richard: Play the exact moment right before the loud scream occurred.
closed the window blinds to make the computer monitor easier to see.
The screen lit up, showing the clear daylight view of the upper foyer.
The video showed little Maya sitting calmly on the top landing step.
Then, Victoria appeared on screen, walking fast behind the young girl.
The camera zoomed in automatically to show a crystal-clear angle of her hand.
Victoria clearly reached down and deliberately nudged the child balance over.
There was no slip, no lose of balance, and no accidental trip recorded.
It was a clear, calculated attempt to cause a dangerous fall down marble.
Victoria gasped softly as she watched the crystal video playback on screen.
Richard: Look at the screen and tell me that was an accident!
Victoria: The camera angle is bad, it makes it look different!
Richard: The footage is entirely clear and recorded in high definition!
Victoria: I was trying to pull her back, I swear it!
Richard: You pushed her arm toward the drop without hesitation!
Richard slammed his hand down onto the mahogany desk with great force.
The loud impact echoed sharply off the high office ceiling walls.
Victoria jumped back in her chair, her face turning completely white.
Richard: You married me for my family wealth and position alone!
Victoria: That is not true, I have always loved you Richard!
Richard: You saw my daughter as an obstacle to your greedy goals!
The security officer stepped toward the door to give them privacy.
Security Officer: Should I call the local police department right now, sir?
Richard: Keep the officers on standby outside the main mansion gates.
Victoria began to panic as the reality of her crime set in.
She dropped her expensive designer handbag onto the wooden office floor.
Her calm composure was completely gone, replaced by desperation and fear.
Victoria: Please Richard, think of what this scandal will do publicly!
Richard: My daughter safety is worth more than any public reputation!
He pointed his finger directly at the door with absolute firm authority.
The final confrontation was about to spill out into the main house.