Julian led Elena to a soft velvet armchair nearby.
He made sure she sat down safely and comfortably.
He handed her a warm cup of sweet tea.
Then he turned back to his stepmother Victoria again.
Julian: I checked the family bank accounts today.
Victoria: What are you talking about right now?
Julian: You transferred fifty thousand dollars last night.
Victoria's eyes went wide with sudden deep fear.
She took a small step back up the stairs.
Victoria: That was for household expenses and care!
Julian: You sent it to your personal account.
Julian: You thought I would never check the logs.
Elena looked at Victoria with deep soft sorrow now.
Elena: I knew you were taking the money.
Elena: I saw the bank papers on desk.
Victoria: You quiet little thief, keep your mouth!
Julian: Do not speak to my wife like that!
Julian pulled out his phone and pressed three numbers.
He put the phone on his ear with purpose.
Julian: Hello, I need the police at my home.
Victoria ran down the stairs with a loud yell.
Victoria: Hang up that phone right now, Julian!
Julian: I have proof of theft and abuse here.
Victoria: We are family, you cannot do this!
Julian: You lost that right when you hurt Elena.
Julian spoke to the officer on the line clearly.
He gave his address and described the large theft.
He mentioned the hidden security video footage as well.
Victoria reached out to grab his dark navy suit.
Julian stepped away and stood in front of Elena.
Julian: Do not touch either of us again.
Victoria: I will destroy your name in town!
Julian: My name will survive your wicked lies easily.
The front door bell rang with a clear sound.
Two security guards from the front gate walked in.
Julian signaled them with a sharp nod of head.
Julian: Please escort this woman to her bedroom.
Julian: She will wait there for the police arriving.
Victoria tried to push past the strong guards quickly.
They held her arms gently but firmly in place.
Victoria: You will regret this day forever, Julian!
Julian: I only regret not coming home much sooner.