Nathan drove his dark SUV down the quiet suburban streets toward a quiet hotel downtown.
Maya sat safely in the backseat, eating a warm sandwich that Elena had prepared earlier.
The young girl looked out the window with wide, curious eyes full of wonder.
Nathan: Are you feeling okay back there, Maya?
Maya: Yes, Daddy, the sandwich is very good.
Elena: She has been so brave through this entire journey, Mr. Nathan.
Nathan glanced at Elena through the rearview mirror with deep and sincere gratitude.
Nathan: Why didn't you tell me about Victoria's meetings five years ago, Elena?
Elena: She threatened to deport my family if I ever said a word.
Nathan: I am so sorry you had to go through that terror alone.
Elena: I stayed at the mansion only to protect any trace of Mrs. Sarah.
Nathan pulled the vehicle into the hotel parking lot and turned off the ignition.
He turned around in his seat to look closely at his newly discovered daughter.
Maya smiled softly, showing a small dimple on her left cheek just like Sarah had.
Nathan: Did your mommy talk about me often while you were growing up?
Maya: She showed me your picture every single night before bedtime.
Maya: She said you were a brave knight who would protect me always.
Tears welled up in Nathan's eyes as he reached back to hold her small hand.
Nathan: I promise you that I will always protect you from now on.
Nathan pulled out his smartphone and dialed his long-time friend and legal partner, Marcus.
Marcus answered on the second ring, his tone sharp and professional as usual.
Marcus: Nathan, what is going on? You missed our morning meeting.
Nathan: Marcus, I need you to file an emergency motion for DNA testing immediately.
Marcus: DNA testing? What are you talking about, man?
Nathan: My daughter is alive, Marcus, and Victoria hidden her from me for years.
There was a long beat of absolute silence on the other end of the phone line.
Marcus: Are you completely sure about this, Nathan?
Nathan: I hold Sarah's handwritten letter in my hand right now.
Nathan: We are going to take down Victoria's entire legal estate piece by piece.
Marcus: I am heading to the courthouse right now to file the paperwork.
Nathan hung up the phone and took a deep, steadying breath of cool air.
He felt a powerful fire burning inside his chest that had been dormant for years.
Nathan: We are going to fight for justice, Elena.
Elena: We will stand with you every step of the way, sir.