Daniel called the family attorney that evening.
Victoria stared at him.
What are you doing?
He answered calmly.
Making sure Ethan stays safe while I figure out what happens next.
Victoria looked shocked.
You are choosing her over me?
Daniel looked toward Maria.
No.
I am choosing evidence over excuses.
Victoria began crying harder.
Daniel continued.
You are leaving the house tonight.
She shook her head.
Daniel.
Please.
He looked at Ethan.
The baby had finally stopped crying.
Then Daniel looked back at Victoria.
You told Maria nobody would believe her because she worked for us.
That tells me everything I need to know about how you thought this would end.
Victoria lowered her eyes.
Daniel turned toward Maria.
You did the right thing.
Maria answered quietly.
I only did what someone needed to do.
Daniel nodded.
That was exactly the problem.
Someone needed to do it.
And the person who did was not the one with the most power in the house.
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