Chapter 5
Downstairs in the private executive study, Julian sat behind an antique mahogany desk while Dr. Harrison examined Sarah in the adjacent seating area.
The private physician handed Sarah a warm cup of herbal tea, speaking to her with gentle, reassuring professionalism.
"Your vitals are stable, but you're suffering from acute shock and exhaustion; we need to get you home to rest," Dr. Harrison advised softly.
Julian looked up from his tablet, where his corporate legal team was already executing emergency dissolution protocols for the upcoming nuptials.
"Sarah, take as much time off as you need, and rest assured my legal team will ensure you are fully compensated for this horrific ordeal," Julian said.
"Thank you, Mr. Sterling... I don't know what would have happened if you hadn't walked in when you did," Sarah whispered through trembling lips.
"You never have to worry about working in this toxic environment again; my home is a sanctuary, not a prison," Julian assured her firmly.
He turned his attention to little Maya, who sat quietly on the sofa coloring a picture book with bright, cheerful crayons.
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"Daddy, is the mean lady going away forever?" Maya asked softly, looking up with wide, innocent brown eyes.
"Yes, sweetheart; she is leaving this house today, and she will never be allowed anywhere near us again," Julian promised, kissing her forehead.
