Vanessa stumbled backward against the marble pillar, clutching her reddened cheek in stunned disbelief while her expensive evening gown caught on the sharp edge of a planter[cite: 1]. Richard did not spare her another glance as he dropped instantly to his knees beside his crying pregnant wife[cite: 1].
Richard: Elena... oh God, I am so sorry[cite: 1]. I was blinded by corporate greed and manipulation, but I never wanted this for you[cite: 1].
Elena: Don't touch me, Richard[cite: 1]. You let her do this to me[cite: 1]! You let her lock me in the maid's quarters and strip away my rights[cite: 1]!
Richard tenderly cradled her shoulders, his trembling hand coming to rest protectively over her pregnant belly as his voice choked with raw emotion[cite: 1].
Richard: How dare you touch my wife and my unborn child[cite: 1]?! How could I have been so blind to let a snake into our home[cite: 1]?
Vanessa: You're making a massive mistake, Richard! The prenuptial agreement and the trust fund transfer papers are already filed under my name! You can't throw me out[cite: 1]!
Richard: Watch me[cite: 1]. Any document you forced my wife to sign under duress is completely void under federal law[cite: 1]!
The dramatic thriller climax score swelled through the white mansion as Richard surged to his feet, his towering frame radiating a terrifying authority that silenced the entire foyer[cite: 1]. He pointed a rigid, shaking finger directly toward the open front double doors, staring down the stunned and humiliated interloper[cite: 1].
Richard: Get out of my house right now[cite: 1]! If you are still breathing inside these gates in five minutes, I will have you arrested for criminal extortion and trespassing[cite: 1]!