Clara adjusted her apron while walking through the quiet halls of the grand estate.
She had worked as a nanny for the Vance family for over three years.
Her main duty was caring for little Leo, the motherless ten-month-old baby boy.
The house had been peaceful until Victoria moved into the master bedroom last month.
Victoria was young, ambitious, and determined to marry the wealthy billionaire Arthur Vance.
She treated the household staff with open contempt every single day.
Clara always tried her best to avoid Victoria whenever it was possible.
She focused all her love and attention on keeping baby Leo safe and happy.
Arthur was often away on business trips, leaving Victoria in complete charge of the house.
During those times, Victoria made life miserable for every worker inside the mansion.
She wanted Arthur to sign a new legal document that secured her financial future.
The only obstacle in her path was young Leo, the sole heir to the vast estate.
Clara noticed how Victoria looked at the sweet baby boy with cold hatred.
One sunny morning, Clara was preparing a warm bottle in the ground-floor kitchen.
She heard footsteps near the grand white marble staircase in the main foyer.
Victoria was standing near the top landing, dressed in a bright yellow gown.
She had her hands resting heavily on the black stroller holding young Leo.
Clara froze in horror as she saw Victoria's cold expression from across the room.
The air in the grand hallway suddenly grew icy cold and still.
Clara dropped the baby bottle on the counter and began running toward the stairs.