David stood tall in his black tuxedo, his eyes blazing with protective fury.
He placed his other arm gently around Matthew's trembling shoulder right away.
David: Take your hands away from my son immediately, Richard.
Richard turned around, trying to keep a smug smile on his face.
Richard: I was just explaining the cold truth about our family inheritance to him.
David: You have no right to speak to my boy in that tone ever again.
The entire hall grew deathly quiet as guests turned around to watch them.
David looked down into Matthew's sad eyes and signed with gentle hands.
David: Are you okay, my sweet boy?
Matthew wiped a stray tear from his cheek and gave a small nod.
Matthew: I was scared he would take you away from me, Dad.
David pulled Matthew close into a tight, warm hug in front of everyone.
David: Nobody will ever take you away from me, Matthew.
David turned back to face his greedy brother with firm determination in his voice.
David: Matthew is my real son, and he holds my heart completely.
Richard: He cannot even hear the family legacy you are building for him!
David smiled proudly and raised his hands to sign as he spoke clearly.
David: He hears with his heart, which is purer than yours will ever be.
The crowd of wealthy guests began nodding their heads in strong agreement.
Many people felt disgusted by Richard's cruel attempt to hurt a young child.
David pulled out a official legal letter signed by the supreme court judge.
David: I finalised the permanent adoption and full trust fund papers this morning.
Richard: You gave everything to a child who is not even blood related?
David: Love is stronger than blood, and Matthew is my whole world.
Richard's face turned pale as he realized his evil scheme had failed completely.