The Million-Dollar Heart

Chapter 27

Chapter 27

Nighttime at Hawthorn Mansion.

The banquet kicked off at eight.

Vivienne and Dorian rocked up at half past seven to Hawthorn’s crib.

The mansion front was jam–packed with luxury cars.

In the hall, Arabella was looking all dolled up in a custom dress, sipping red wine and mingling with the guests. With her chin up and chest out, she wore a confident smile, looking every bit the rightful heiress of the Hawthorn family.

As soon as Vivienne and her crew stepped in, Arabella spotted them. She walked over, wine glass in hand, and greeted them with a warm smile. “Dad, Mom, Vivienne, you made it? Come on in, the guests are almost all here.”

In a very hostess–like tone, she added, “I hope you brought your appetites tonight.”

Dorian frowned, his face looking a tad sour. Was she implying they were poor and couldn’t afford good food on the regular?

Cordelia didn’t look too pleased either, but she kept her mouth shut.

Arabella turned to Vivienne with a smile. “By the way, sis, Mr. Ellington will be joining us tonight.”

Vivienne raised an eyebrow, “So what?”

on coming, but he changed his mind when he heard you’d be here.” Arabella kept her polite smile, looking like the perfect sweet,

nonchalantly. “Are you jealous or

aback, not getting the implication

I can totally step aside!” Arabella was

That worthless man was nowhere near

words!” Vivienne said calmly, her eyes narrowing

fleeting look of spite crossed Arabella’s eyes, but she quickly regained her composure.

her a quick glance and decided to ignore her, turning to join Dorian in greeting some acquaintances. Just as she turned away, a mature–looking girl walked up to her, gave Vivienne a once–over and sneered at Arabella, “Who’s she? Your friend? Why would she come to Octavia’s birthday party dressed like this?”

Alisa. She had been staying at her grandpa’s during her visit, so she didn’t know Vivienne and thought her outfit was

at her own outfit – jeans, white tee, sneakers. What was

She’s your cousin,” Arabella whispered

daughter? Not as impressive as I thought. How

familiar with the Hawthorn family affairs. But

what if Percival was a loser? The Ellington family’s reputation

Vivienne and the Ellington’s engagement would fall upon her? It

she was already stealing Arabella’s fiancé. How could she tolerate that? She definitely wouldn’t stand

Arabella’s face blanched and she quickly tried to stop Alisa. “Alisa, that’s enough! Mr. Ellington was originally my sister’s

still a Hawthorn. And you’re even better than the real Hawthorn’s daughter. You don’t have to be afraid of her, and you should pursue your own happiness. Mr. Ellington was originally your

words left her mouth, Dorian and Cordelia’s faces fell. Vivienne, on the other hand, looked intrigued, eyeing Alisa.

Alisa, that idiot! Did she really have to remind everyone that she was adopted in front

to marry that good–for–nothing Percival!

Arabella couldn’t let it show. She could only laugh it off and explain, “You misunderstood. I have no interest in Mr.

Vivienne. I know you’re just afraid she’d get mad, but I’m not! Arabella, today I’m gonna help you fight for

through her

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