Chapter 18 - THE HOUSE WITH OPEN DOORSVictor sold the mansion.

He couldn't bear the echoes.
He closed the businesses connected to illegal money.
He cooperated with federal investigators.
Recovered funds were placed into programs for abused children and domestic workers.
Lily became Ethan's legal guardian and childcare director.
Victor lived nearby.
For the first time in his life, he learned ordinary things.
How to warm a bottle.
How to fold a stroller.
How to comfort a frightened child.
How to sit still.
How to listen.
Ethan learned to walk.
His first steps happened in the living room.
He walked from Victor to Lily.
Everyone watched.
When he reached Lily, he lifted his arms.
“Lil-ee.”
She laughed through tears.
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Victor smiled.
It was the first time Lily saw him look completely free.