The Million-Dollar Heart

Carl had already been whisked away by the ambulance. He should be nearing the hospital by now.

Percival’s gaze finally landed on Kala, but it only lingered momentarily before shifting back to Vivienne as his eyes showed a hint of concem.

“I’m Kala. Vivienne’s cousin Kala quickly introduced herself. She was surprised when she noticed that Percival’s attention was hardly on her

I mean, she was an Oscar winning actress. Weren’t most men supposed to be head over heels for her?

But Percival seemed indifferent

Interesting!

“It’s getting late Percival’s voice softened when he addressed Vivienne Vivienne, let me take you home.

Vivienne didn’t refuse. On the contrary, it was Leopold who began grumbling and complaining

“Typical As soon as he sees Vivienne, he forgets about everyone else”

But he didn’t have the guts to complain too loudly, fearing that Percival would ditch him like last time and trick him into eating a bunch of garlic again.

Soon, they arrived at the Brooks Mansion

Percival dropped them off at the front door and left.

Kala watched his retreating figure, then turned to Vivienne as her curiosity piqued to max levels. “Vivienne, is your engagement to Percival of the Ellington family just a

marriage allianc

Everyone knew that the alliance between the Ellington and Brooks families was a powerful combination for mutual benefit.

But having witnessed their interaction, she felt there was more to their relationship than just a mere business arrangement.

Especially since Percival’s and Vivienne’s engagement was arranged before Vivienne disappeared. Their relationship seemed different from the rumors.

Vivienne raised an eyebrow at

to resist his affection Kala’s blunt assessment made Vivienne’s eyes

quickly regained her composure, and her usual calm demeanor resurfaced That’s just your

Percival was arranged by their elders. From the start, she never considered

interactions increased her attitude towards Percival changed. But she was still

have the time or energy for anything else, let alone

was settled

Kala looked at her, feeling

of curiosity appeared in her gaze “You seem

quickly explained herself ‘No, you misunderstood I’m just

Wienne studied her for a moment longer before turning to enter the

the hospital, Carl quickly returned to the Brooks Mansion

the race and the resulting injuries were impossible to hide from his mother, Cheryl The entire family knew about

didn’t destroy his beloved cat she was furious She grounded

idea of not being able to race, but he hadn’t forgotten one thing

Viviennes help in the North Peak race he didn’t know what would

of the race and hearing about Vivienne’s impressive performance from Kala, his

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