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

she returned to

returned to their respective

Northern Gardens in the

was littered with discarded drafts, and

was ajar, and she looked up

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

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

the completed sketch in

had been drawing all day, but something always felt

aspired to design a unique set of hand omaments, but no matter how

Jessica, she would love to ask her what kind of inspiration

fiancéel What’s more infunating is that Percival’s fiancée is Scott Brooks daughter, and your

“Once he spreads his wings, how is your

mockery curled the comers

wresting the company from Percival? He should take a

a faint smile They’re just engaged, not married it’s still early days. Why are

seen how Ryan’s family is eyeing the position of successor? Especially that Paul! He’s trying everything he can to worm his way into the company But look at your brother!

it made Heloise’s blood pressure rise.

her finger but said nothing

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

she couldn’t create a design

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

chosen Percival as his successor How can he change

useless, but no one knew that not only was he not useless, but his

of this superficial

with Grandpa’s favoritism towards

nothing more

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who had been holed up in his room all day, was about to

up and jabbed him in the forehead “You spend all day cooped up in your room, painting your silly little pictures. When Grandpa wanted you to go work at the company, you

protested “What do you mean by silly little

keep acting like a baby, the Ellington family will end up in Percival’s hands. And where would that leave us?”