Richard: Maria... I don't even know how to begin to thank you. You saved my daughter's life today. You threw yourself on the floor without a second thought.
Maria: Any decent person would have done the same, Mr. Davis. I couldn't let anything happen to little Lily.
Richard: Most people wouldn't have had the courage to dive like that. You took a heavy impact for her.
Maria: I'm just glad she's safe and unharmed. That's all that matters to me.
Police officers stormed through the grand double mahogany doors, weapons ready. Within minutes, they reviewed the clear nanny cam footage provided by Richard. Patricia was placed in handcuffs, her face pale and streaked with tears as she was led out of the luxury estate in shame.
Officer: Mr. Davis, the footage is absolute proof. She will be facing charges of attempted capital murder and child endangerment. She won't be getting out on bail anytime soon.
Richard: Ensure she never sets foot near my family or my property ever again.
As the police cruisers drove away, dropping silence back over the grand mansion, Richard turned to Maria. He looked at her torn uniform, her bruised arms, and the gentle way she was holding his daughter's hand.
Richard: Maria, you are no longer a maid in this house.
Maria: Sir...? Are you firing me?
Richard: No, absolutely not. I am offering you a permanent position as the head estate manager and Lily's official guardian whenever I am away. I am doubling your salary, providing full medical b
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