Mark wrapped his strong arms securely around his daughter.
He pulled her fragile shivering body against his chest.
He could feel her tiny ribs through her dress.
She was far lighter than she had been before.
Father: Baby, what happened?!
Toddler: She won't feed me! She makes me clean her car!
Lily pointed a small shaking finger at Victoria.
Her face was streaked with dirt and fresh tears.
Victoria crossed her arms over her burgundy designer dress.
She did not look guilty or sorry at all.
Instead, she scoffed and rolled her eyes at Mark.
Victoria: She is just being dramatic as usual, Mark.
Victoria: I am teaching her basic discipline and responsibilities.
Father: Discipline? She is only three years old!
Mark stood up while holding his sobbing child tightly.
His hands shook with overwhelming shock and pure rage.
He saw the food plate still resting on the counter.
It was clear Victoria was using food as punishment.
Mark stepped closer to Victoria with a furious glare.
Father: You starved my daughter in my own house!
Father: Get out of my house right now!
Victoria stepped back slightly as his voice boomed loud.
Her calm posture began to crack under his glare.
Victoria: You cannot talk to me like that, Mark.
Victoria: I am your wife and I live here too.
Father: Not anymore you do not.
Mark walked past her straight into the main house.
He carried Lily into the warm bright kitchen area.
He sat her down carefully on a soft chair.
He poured her a tall glass of fresh milk.
He reached into the fridge for soft wholesome food.
Lily reached for the food with frantic quick movements.
It broke Mark's heart into a million tiny pieces.
He realized this neglect had been going on daily.
Victoria walked into the kitchen with her heels clicking.
She looked around the room with a cold glare.
Victoria: You are overreacting over a spoiled little girl.
Victoria: I gave up my career to stay here.
Father: You came here for my money, not us.
Mark pulled out his smartphone with a firm hand.
He dialed a number he knew very well.
He put the phone on speaker for all to hear.
The call connected after just two quick rings.
Divorce Lawyer: Hello Mark, how can I help you?
Father: Cancel her access to the family trust fund immediately.