Chapter 11 - RESTORING THE MANSION
Two weeks later, the grand mansion was filled with the sounds of professional cleaners and fresh paint crews.
The toxic atmosphere left by Elena had been scrubbed away, replaced by bright floral arrangements and sunlight.
Mark sat in his home study, reviewing the restructured legal documents for his children's protected trust funds.
The framed United States flag in the foyer still hung proudly on the wall, a reminder of the nation's steadfast justice.
A knock echoed on his open study door, and Lily walked in holding a small plate of chocolate chip cookies.
"Aunt Sarah helped me bake these for you, Daddy... because you've been working so hard," Lily said shyly.
Mark set his pen down, taking a cookie with a wide, appreciative smile that reached his tired eyes.
"These are the best cookies I've ever tasted, Chef Lily," Mark praised, making his daughter giggle happily.
The doorbell chimed softly through the intercom system, breaking the quiet afternoon tranquility of the house.
May you like
Mark walked out to the foyer, opening the heavy front door to find a federal courier holding a thick envelope.
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