Two local police officers walked up the front steps of the terrace, answering Julian's earlier call.
Evelyn backed away slowly, her face pale as she realized her cruel scheme was over.
Evelyn: You cannot arrest me! I am the head of the Vance family name!
Police Officer: Ma'am, you are under arrest for corporate fraud and illegal forgery of documents.
Evelyn: Clara, tell them to stop! I am your stepmother! You owe me respect!
Clara: You stripped me of my home and treated me like trash for a year.
Evelyn: I gave you a roof over your head when you had nowhere to go!
Clara: You locked me in my own father's house while trying to steal my future.
The police officers placed handcuffs on Evelyn's wrists and led her down the stone steps.
She screamed in frustration, her voice fading as the police vehicle pulled out of the driveway.
The courtyard became completely silent, leaving Clara and Julian standing together under the bright sunlight.
The judge handed the official estate ownership papers directly into Clara's waiting hands with respect.
Judge: Congratulations, Mrs. Vance-Sterling. The estate and all assets are officially yours now.
Clara: Thank you, Your Honor. Thank you for bringing the truth to light today.
Julian turned to Clara, offering her a soft, genuine smile as he took her hand.
Julian: I am sorry I kept my true identity a secret from you for so long.
Clara: You saved my life, Julian. You gave me back my dignity and my home.
Julian: I wanted you to know that someone was always in your corner, no matter what.
Clara: What happens to our marriage now that the estate is finally safe?
Julian looked deeply into Clara's eyes, holding her hand a little tighter in his own.
Julian: I signed those vows with my whole heart, Clara. Only if you want to stay.
Clara: I do not want you to leave, Julian. I want to build a real life together.