The Million-Dollar Heart

Vivienne stood silently, her gaze fixed on Hailey's face, unwavering.

It was a tense moment, and just when Hailey seemed like she couldn't take the pressure anymore, Vivienne finally spoke up, her voice calm and collected. "Auntie, you can go back now. My parents are here; we don't need outsiders."

Hailey choked on her words, ready to retort.

But Vivienne narrowed her eyes, a chill aura suddenly radiating from her. "Auntie, I'd advise you not to test me at this moment. I'm not any less capable than my mom."

Hailey shivered, memories of a previous encounter flashing through her mind.

With a resentful glance at Vivienne, Hailey muttered under her breath and walked away.

Percival approached just in time to see Vivienne watching Hailey leave, a storm of emotions swirling in her narrowed eyes.

"Was it her?"

Vivienne pursed her lips. "No, there's been no change in her aura."

"So, it's two different people then," Percival concluded.

Vivienne's voice was grave. "Impossible. I would've noticed two distinct presences in such a short time unless she, too, possesses powers equal to ours."

Percival frowned. "Ethan Grimshaw once mentioned that Abigail was exceptionally strong, bulletproof even. Maybe her abilities are beyond our knowledge." "Whatever powers she holds, she won't escape this time," Vivienne stated, her fist clenched tight, determination clear in her posture.

Percival's eyes darkened at the sight.

Back in the hospital room, Arthur had already summoned his men to take care of Alyssa on the floor and "Winston" on the bed. Percival politely said, "Dad, we'll report this to the higher-ups. There's no need for you to get involved directly."

Arthur scoffed, "Why not? We're family. You do your investigation, and don't sweat the small stuff."

Vivienne nodded, "Thanks, dad."

She indeed had bigger fish to fry.

determined not to let anyone

week later, at the Wright

was immediately

throwing a fit, he

of the blue two days ago. The hospital couldn't diagnose him, and now he's

"A

a flying ashtray to the forehead, blood trickling down his

the ashtray and respectfully offered it back. "Grandfather, I'm unaware of my

involvement in

not betraying any deceit. "Grandfather, I truly had no knowledge

"And the billions under your

he kept his head down. "Grandfather, Alyssa did provide funds, but those were from her investments, not as

company for years. You should know Alyssa's financial standing. If she were that capable, she'd be in charge, not you." "And, I've heard about the company. You tried to take my place

voice turned sinister, "Robbie, I'm not

some control over dissenters, that's all." "Serve your punishment. Don't show your face for seven days. After I've made up my mind, I'll decide what to

visibly shaken, accepted the

leaving, he dared to ask, "Grandfather, what

her if she's dead.

desperately trying to administer medicine to her brother, who was

the hospital. You can't keep

"Cough, cough!"

frowned, gesturing for her to leave. "Brianna,

the point of tears, Brianna practisisted, "Bro, you're practically on death's door! I'm calling Grandpa right now. If this

rant was cut off as the door opened. Seeing who entered, Brianna swallowed hard, nearly speechless.

with a grunt,

Colin a pill. "Take

offered a weak smile.

don't think me heartless. The Wright family can't afford to lose you