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

lunch together, and then she returned to the

and the others returned to their respective

the Northern Gardens in

at her desk sketching jewelry designs. The floor was littered with discarded drafts, and her cool face was

ajar, and she looked up to

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

annoyed!” Heloise threw her bag on the couch, sat

completed sketch in front of her as her eyebrows

all day, but something always

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

ask her what kind of inspiration led

gave Percival 30 million to splurge on his fiancéel What’s more infunating is that Percival’s fiancée is Scott Brooks daughter, and your grandpa is already

“Once he spreads his wings, how is your brother, Jeffrey, supposed to seize the

eyes narrowed as a trace of mockery

that waste, was thinking of wresting the company from Percival? He should take

engaged, not married

successor? Especially that Paul! He’s trying everything he can to worm his way into the company But

made Heloise’s blood pressure rise.

lips with her finger but

front of her and

couldn’t create a design better than

department As long as we can get the old man to change his mind about the successor, our family still has a

How can he change his mind so easily? Mom, i think you

only was he not useless, but his influence could easily crush

of this superficial struggle?

could compete with Grandpa’s favoritism towards

were nothing more than

1/2

in his room all day, was about to go out for a drink

your silly little pictures. When Grandpa wanted you to go work at

“What do you mean by silly

the Ellington family will end up in Percival’s hands. And where would