The morning light filtered through the tall windows of the Vance estate.
Clara adjusted her navy uniform as she walked down the polished hallway.
She had worked as the family nanny for less than three months.
Little Leo was only six months old and usually slept peacefully.
However, a sharp sound broke the quiet silence of the grand house.
Clara rushed toward the nursery with her heart pounding fast.
The nursery was decorated with bright white walls and elegant furniture.
An American flag hung proudly on the wall near the window.
Inside the nursery, baby Leo was crying louder than ever before.
His tiny face was red and his breathing sounded harsh.
Clara gathered the crying infant into her arms without hesitation.
She cradled his small head against her shoulder to comfort him.
Tears welled in Clara's eyes as she felt his skin.
The infant felt terribly hot and was shivering in her arms.
Clara: Please! Somebody help my baby!
The thick heavy oak doors swung open with a sudden bang.
Harrison Vance stepped into the nursery looking stressed and angry.
He wore a sharp navy tuxedo after coming straight from an early meeting.
Right behind him was his new wife, Victoria Vance.
Victoria wore a bright light-blue satin dress that shimmered in the light.
Her blonde hair was styled perfectly, but her face looked pale.
Harrison stared at the crying child with deep concern and frustration.
Harrison: What is going on in here right now?
Clara: Something is wrong with Leo!
Harrison: He was fine just an hour ago!
Clara: He's just a baby! Please, help him!
Victoria took a quick step back toward the white bassinet.
Her hands trembled as she pressed them against her blue dress.
Victoria: I only gave him his morning bottle a few minutes ago.
Clara looked down at the empty baby bottle sitting near the crib.
A strange white residue was sticking to the inside glass wall.
She raised her eyes to look directly at Victoria's nervous face.
Clara: What did you put inside this milk bottle, Victoria?
Harrison turned his sharp glare toward his wife immediately.
The air in the luxurious room became icy and filled with tension.
Harrison: How could you let this happen?
Victoria gasped loudly and backed away from her angry husband.
Her heel caught the edge of the thick plush rug beneath her feet.
She lost her balance and fell onto the cold marble floor.
Victoria: Please! I didn't mean to!
Harrison pointed a furious finger at the woman on the floor.
Harrison: What did you give to my son today?
Clara backed toward the wall near the flag to protect the baby.
She knew that the secrets in this house were finally coming out.