Chapter 15 - The New Beginning
An hour later, the tension in Room 402 had completely dissipated, replaced by a warm, quiet calm.
The fetal monitor was no longer screaming in panic. Instead, it emitted a steady, healthy rhythm: 140 bpm... 142 bpm...
Dr. Reynolds finished checking the ultrasound monitor, turning to Claire with a gentle, reassuring smile. "Your blood pressure has stabilized, Claire. The baby is out of distress. Thanks to the quick medical intervention, you won't need emergency surgery today. We can carry her safely to full term."
Claire let out a long, shuddering breath, a tear of pure relief slipping down her cheek. She reached down, resting her hand over her lower belly. "Thank you, Dr. Reynolds. Thank you for coming back."
"You don't need to thank me," Dr. Reynolds said softly. "Your father built this hospital to protect people. I'm just glad you had his strength to protect yourself."
The doctor and nurses finished their work and quietly exited the room, leaving Claire with Mr. Harrison, who was neatly organizing the signed legal documents into his briefcase.
"All accounts belonging to Ethan Vance have been officially frozen," Harrison reported gently. "The penthouse has been seized, and Miss Miller has been served with an eviction notice and a lawsuit for recovery of stolen trust funds. Ethan will remain in custody overnight pending his bail hearing tomorrow morning—which we will be contesting."
Claire looked out the large floor-to-ceiling windows. The sun was beginning to set over the city skyline, bathing the room in a warm, golden glow.
"Thank you, Harrison," Claire said softly. "What happens to Arthur's company?"
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"Without your father's trust capital, Vance Holdings will be liquidated by the end of the month," Harrison answered honestly. "They brought this upon themselves."
👉 How will Claire rebuild her life now that the shadow of betrayal is gone?
