The Million-Dollar Heart

Thaddeus's cheeks flushed a bright shade of red. "Sis, I'm not a little boy anymore. I've grown into a man!"

"And you once told me, a boy has to be responsible for the girl he likes..."

As he said this, Thaddeus glanced up at Percival, then quickly looked down again, "I might not fully understand what liking someone means, but I just can't stand by and watch Isolde get hurt." Percival was speechless.

How did Isolde come into this conversation again?

It had only been a few days, and these two were involved again!

Vivienne looked at them in surprise, "You did it to save Isolde?"

Seeing Percival silent, Thaddeus continued, "Yeah, there was a lot of chaos, people running and screaming. Isolde tripped over her dress, and I was just trying to help her up when a chair hit me."

Percival was taken aback.

After all, this meant the Ellington family owed a huge favor to the Brooks family. Fair is fair.

Thaddeus explained in a low voice, "Sis, mom and dad already talked to me about it. I know I'm not that strong yet, but it's Isolde, I just couldn't stand seeing her hurt..."

Percival could barely stand to hear more, his face serious as he took over, "Thaddeus, on behalf of our family and Isolde, I want to say thank you for saving her!" Thaddeus was startled and waved his hands, "No need, Isolde and I, we..."

Percival's brows knitted, his words firm, "You're both still young. Focus on your studies and put aside other thoughts for now!"

"Aren't you aspiring to be a scientist? I'll arrange for someone to give you a tour of a national laboratory. It might be useful for you."

Thaddeus's eyes lit up, "Really?"

Percival nodded, encouraging, "But as you know, a scientist's time is mostly spent on research, sometimes at the expense of personal time. Be prepared for that." Thaddeus had already researched everything about being a scientist; he was prepared for this commitment.

"I will."

Percival nodded in satisfaction.

Vivienne watched the exchange with a smile, not saying a word.

She doubted Mr. Wolf's plans were foolproof.

She herself had emerged from the lab, knowing well that focusing on work was one thing, but finding time for a partner was entirely possible.

Especially since these kids had a connection from a young age, a sort of childhood betrothal.

under control,

had shown Finnian the pattern, and he seemed

consult him

towards the car prepared by the

back every three steps, his eyes almost pinning Percival

explain everything to mom and dad. I'll head back

about to catch up with Sasha, she was suddenly

tried to laugh, but his voice came out hoarse and filled with an immense sense of grievance, "After surviving a

Vivienne was confused.

going back home-nothing

check if Abigail left anything behind in the Linklater family after

"That's not happening!"

Vivienne puzzled, "Why not?"

chest vibrated slightly, his gaze deepening, "Because tonight is our

Vivienne's face flushed crimson.

had forgotten

couldn't

sighed with a mix of amusement

mind blank, stammered, "Then, where do we

mouth, "You forgot, we have our own bridal suite,

suite was located in a mansion

top-notch, but it was far from

on the market before a mysterious buyer acquired them

was unclear if Mr.

stepped inside, she was stunned by

entrance to the living room, red

Mr. Wolf to have

them, his arms wrapping around her from

answered, "I

chuckled lowly, his voice seductive, "More

whose eyes were already lost in passion, her smile enticing, "Mr.

heat soared, his hands lifting her up effortlessly, "Vivienne, shall we

onto the soft

could only feel the heavy breaths of Mr. Wolf

seemed to be holding back,

pulling him closer, biting his lip as

last shred of rationality shattered, his grip tightening, not giving Vivienne any chance

it was