An hour later, police cruisers pulled into the circular driveway of the Sterling estate.
Two officers spoke with Richard in the main study while reviewing the video evidence.
Victoria was brought downstairs in handcuffs, her expensive purple dress looking rumpled now.
Police Officer: Mrs. Sterling, you are under arrest for endangerment and assault.
Victoria: My lawyer will have this entire case dismissed by tomorrow morning!
Richard: My corporate legal team will ensure you face full criminal charges.
The officers led Victoria out the front doors as the rain poured heavily outside.
The legal fight ahead would involve divorce proceedings, custody terms, and criminal penalties.
Richard knew his late wife's estate trust fund would finally remain completely secure.
He walked back into the living room where Clara was feeding baby Lily a bottle.
The atmosphere in the mansion felt lighter and cleaner than it had in months.
Richard: Clara, I owe you a debt of gratitude that money cannot pay.
Nurse Clara: Seeing Lily safe and sound is all the reward I need, sir.
Richard: I want to offer you a permanent management position in this household.
Clara looked up in surprise, setting the warm milk bottle down on the table.
Nurse Clara: A management position, Mr. Sterling? What do you mean?
Richard: You will oversee the entire estate staff and run this house properly.
He sat down on the armchair across from her, his expression sincere and humble.
Richard: I need honest people near my daughter as she grows up here.
Nurse Clara: I would be honored to stay and raise Lily in safety, sir.
Lily let out a sweet soft baby giggle and reached her small hands up.
Clara smiled warmly, holding the little girl against her shoulder with deep affection.
Justice had been served, and the dark shadow over the mansion was finally gone.