The Million-Dollar Heart

Chapter 265

The Ellington clan, besides Richard and Percival’s parents, didn’t even register on her radar. She couldn’t be bothered to spare them any thought

Whether the money spent on the stone came from her pocket or Percival’s was none of their business

This time, for Richard’s sake, she let it slide. But there wouldn’t be a next time

“By the way, I’m planning a party here in Rivenwood to formally introduce you to everyone.” Richard announced “Back in Havenwood, no one knew who you were There were always small–minded folks who relished feeling superior, so I want everyone to know that you’re my granddaughter–in–law If anyone tries to bother you, they’ll have to think twice”

With that, Richard turned to Percival “What do you think, kiddo?”

“I couldn’t agree more

Ever since Vivienne decided to come to Rivenwood, Percival had instructed Thomas to start preparing a feast.

He had been playing the cripple for years, so it was about time things got on track

Ever since Vivienne got engaged to him, people have been mocking her for marrying a good for nothing. He could shrug off the insults, but he wouldn’t let his little lady be wronged

“Vivienne, what about you? Richard asked Vivienne

Vivienne furrowed her brows and remained silent for a moment before saying, “Let’s go with your plan, Grandpa”

“Great! It’s settled then Richard wrapped up the conversation, then turned to Cecilia. “You take care of the arrangements in the next few days. Let’s get this done sooner rather than later”

1 got it, Dad Cecilia replied.

Afterward, Richard gave Vivienne a tour around the Ellington Mansion

The Ellington Mansion was quite different from the Brooks Mansion. It was actually more of a courtyard. It was somewhat like a cloister, yet tinged with the air of an ancient villa

It was quite an interesting change of scenery

and then she returned

the others returned to their respective cottages

Gardens in the Ellington

jewelry designs. The floor was littered with discarded drafts, and her

and she looked up to see

Heloise and asked, “Mom, weren’t you going to see Percival’s fiancee? Why

so annoyed!” Heloise threw her bag on the couch, sat down, and gulped

completed sketch in front

been drawing all day, but something always felt

set of hand omaments, but no matter how hard she tried, she couldn’t surpass Master Jessica’s Ophelia’s

Jessica, she would love to ask her what kind of inspiration led to such astonishing creativity.

that Percival’s fiancée is Scott Brooks daughter, and your grandpa is already spoiling him rotten. Now that he’s engaged to her it’s

“Once he spreads his wings, how is your brother, Jeffrey,

narrowed as a trace of mockery curled the comers of her

from Percival? He should take a good look at himself

gathered her thoughts and gave her mom a faint smile They’re just engaged, not married it’s still early days. Why are you so

that Paul! He’s trying everything he can to

it made Heloise’s

lips with her finger but said nothing

at the failed draft in front of her and crumpled it up before

that she couldn’t create a design better

established yourself in the design department As long as we can get the old man to change his mind

at her “Grandpa has already chosen Percival as his successor How can he

was he not useless,

point of

with Grandpa’s favoritism towards

nothing more

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room all day, was about to go out for a

your silly little pictures.

protested “What do you mean by silly little pictures? They’re my

baby, the Ellington family will end up in Percival’s hands. And where would that leave