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?”

is really into you. He wasn’t planning on coming, but he changed his mind when he heard you’d be here.” Arabella

Vivienne replied nonchalantly. “Are you jealous or

was taken aback, not getting the

mischievous glint in her eyes. “If you fancy him, I can totally step aside!” Arabella was taken aback,

Percival? What a joke! That worthless man was

watch your words!” Vivienne

Arabella’s eyes, but she

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,

grandpa’s during her visit, so she didn’t know Vivienne and thought her outfit

white tee, sneakers.

your cousin,” Arabella

Dorian’s long–lost daughter? Not as impressive as

the Hawthorn family

Ellington family’s reputation was a golden ticket, and if Arabella could marry into it, she’d be set for life.

would find Vivienne and the Ellington’s engagement

How could

face blanched and she quickly tried to stop Alisa. “Alisa, that’s enough!

though you’re adopted, you’re 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 fiancé.”

Cordelia’s faces fell.

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

want to marry that good–for–nothing Percival! She was so outrageously stupid!

Arabella couldn’t let it show. She could only laugh it off and explain, “You misunderstood. I have

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

she almost bit through her

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