Chapter 12 - The ArrestVictoria was placed in handcuffs.
“This is ridiculous!”
Officer Davis tightened the cuffs.
“You're under arrest.”
“For what?”
“Child abuse, assault, fraud, and suspicion of homicide.”
Victoria looked at Mark.
“Don't let them do this.”
Mark said nothing.
“You love me.”
“No.”
Her face twisted.
“You'll regret this!”
Mark looked directly into her eyes.
“I regret ever bringing you into my daughter's life.”
The officers escorted her outside.
The mansion doors closed behind her.
For several seconds, nobody spoke.
Then Lily whispered:
“Is she really gone?”
Mark knelt.
“Yes.”
“Forever?”
May you like
“Yes.”
Lily finally smiled.
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Chapter 13 - The Empty HouseThe next morning, the estate felt different.
Chapter 14 - Clara's LegacyMonths passed.
Chapter 15 - Sarah's RewardSarah expected to lose her job.
Chapter 16 - A New MorningThree months later, the mansion was transformed.
Chapter 17 - JusticeVictoria's trial finally began.
Chapter 18 - The PhotographOne peaceful evening, Mark stood before Clara's photograph.
