Chapter 16 - THE RECONSTRUCTION
Six months later, the Sterling estate in Greenwich had been completely transformed.
The dark, cold mansion was now the home of the Eleanor Sterling Children's Foundation.
Dozens of children ran across the lush green lawns, their laughter echoing through the sunlit courtyard.
The grand US flag near the windows blew gently in the autumn breeze.
Sarah stood on the terrace wearing a simple green dress, watching the children play with a warm smile.
Julian walked up beside her, handing her a glass of fresh lemonade.
"Board approval came through this morning," Julian reported cheerfully. "We've funded twenty new shelters across the state."
"Mother would be so proud of what we've built, Julian," Sarah said, looking out at the gardens.
"We did it together, Sarah," Julian replied, clinking his glass against hers.
A black sedan pulled up the driveway, and Detective Miller stepped out, carrying an official envelope.
"Good afternoon, Mr. and Miss Sterling," Miller greeted them warmly as he walked up the steps.
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"What brings you here today, Detective?" Sarah asked.
Miller's smile faded slightly as he handed the envelope to Julian. "We received a letter from the federal prison in Colorado."
