One year later, the grand mansion was decorated with colorful balloons and sweet flowers.
It was baby Ethan's first birthday party, and the grand foyer was full of joy.
Soft music played through the house as sunshine streamed down through the tall glass windows.
Richard stood near the large decorated cake while holding his smiling young son high up.
Ethan laughed happily as he clapped his tiny chubby hands together in delight.
Mary walked into the bright room carrying a fresh tray of delicious handmade sweet treats.
She looked neat and elegant in her new manager clothes with a radiant smile on her face.
Richard: Please come join us for the birthday toast, Mary!
Mary: I am honored to be here celebrating with you both today, sir.
Richard: You are not just our estate manager, Mary; you are family to us.
Ethan reached his small arms out toward Mary as soon as he saw her enter.
Mary stepped closer and gently held the happy boy in her loving, protective arms.
She felt a deep sense of contentment knowing that justice had prevailed completely in their lives.
The evil greed that once threatened to tear their home apart was gone forever.
They had rebuilt their world on a solid foundation of loyalty, courage, and real love.
Richard looked at his thriving son and knew his late wife would be proud.
He vowed to always protect his household from any future harm or outside greed.
The sun shone brightly over the grand estate, marking the start of a peaceful future.