Julian signaled to his two tall security officers standing near the front doorway.
Julian: Escort this woman off my property immediately.
Victoria: You will regret treating me like this, Julian!
Julian: If you ever come near my son again, you will go straight to prison.
The guards took Victoria firmly by her elbows and led her out into the bright driveway.
The heavy front doors shut tightly behind them, leaving the foyer completely quiet.
Julian turned around to face Clara, who was standing nervously by the stairs.
She wiped her hands on her apron again and looked down at the marble floor.
Julian: Clara, you risked your job today to protect my helpless boy.
Clara: I could not let anyone hurt him, Mr. Vance.
Julian: Most people in your position would have stayed silent to keep their job.
Clara: A child's safety is worth much more than any paycheck, sir.
Julian smiled warmly, showing a soft emotion that Clara had never seen on him before.
He adjusted little Leo in his arms as the toddler giggled happily.
Julian: You will no longer be working as a housemaid in this estate.
Clara: Are you firing me after all, Mr. Vance?
Julian: No, I am offering you a new full-time position as Leo's official guardian.
Julian: You will receive a high salary, full benefits, and your own private suite here.
Clara gasped in shock as tears of sudden joy filled her brown eyes.
Little Leo reached out his tiny arms toward Clara from his father's shoulder.
Clara stepped forward and held the happy boy close as bright sunlight filled the vast estate.
Justice had finally been served, and an innocent child was safe in a loving home.