Chapter 6 - Escorting an injured maid to safety opens a hidden chapter of deep loyalty and uncovers hidden medical records in the master study.
With Genevieve removed from the mansion, the heavy front doors clicked shut, leaving the grand foyer in a heavy, peaceful silence.
Julian turned his focus to Clara, taking in the deep bruise on her forehead and the small cut near her lower lip from defending Lily.
"Clara, you saved my daughter's life tonight," Julian said, his voice softening into genuine, profound gratitude for the brave housemaid.
"I only did what any decent human being would do, Mr. Vance," Clara replied softly, holding back her own tears of relief and pain.
"Marcus, call my private physician to the mansion immediately," Julian ordered the elderly butler, who had just entered from the kitchen.
"Have Dr. Harrison examine Clara's head injury first, then check Lily's oxygen levels in the nursery," Julian instructed with quiet authority.
Julian carried Lily up the sweeping double staircase, his hand resting reassuringly on her back as she finally stopped sobbing against his shoulder.
They entered the spacious master study, where mahogany walls were lined with thousands of leather-bound books and private family archives.
He set Lily down gently on the soft leather sofa, wrapping a warm cashmere blanket around her small shoulders and placing her bunny beside her.
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"Papa is going to fix this, princess; nobody will ever lock you in the dark again," Julian promised, kissing her forehead with deep affection.
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