Richard looked up at Elena with deep gratitude in his tearful eyes.
Richard: You saved my son's life today, Elena, I am deeply sorry.
Richard: I was so blind to what was happening in my own home.
Elena: I promised to protect Toby, Mr. Vance, he is family to me.
Richard: You are much more than an employee in this house now.
Richard stood up and offered his hand to the brave young woman.
Richard: Starting today, your salary will be tripled as estate manager.
Richard: And I am setting up a permanent educational fund for you.
Elena gasped in surprise, holding her hand over her beating chest.
Elena: Mr. Vance, that is far too generous, I was just doing my job.
Toby: Please stay with us forever, Elena, you are my real hero!
Elena smiled softly and knelt down to give Toby another tight hug.
Elena: I am not going anywhere, sweet boy, I will stay right here.
In the weeks that followed, justice moved fast against the wicked stepmother.
The court denied Victoria any bail due to the severe nature of charges.
Her divorce lawyer withdrew from the case after seeing the clear evidence.
All stolen money was recovered and placed back into Toby's trust fund.
The mansion was filled with bright sunshine and happy laughter once again.
Richard cut back on his business travel to spend real time with Toby.
Elena managed the estate with kindness, honesty, and deep professional care.
The dark days of fear and deceit were finally gone for good now.