The Million-Dollar Heart

Stepping into the elevator, Vivienne glanced at the antique locket glinting with a soft golden hue in her hand before slipping it into her pocket. The piece meant little to her personally, but for Cordelia's family, it might hold significant value.

Vivienne headed downstairs, coincidentally bumping into Dorian, who had just returned.

Spotting Vivienne, Dorian hastened his steps, waving excitedly. "Vivienne!"

With a smile, Vivienne greeted back, "Dorian, back so early?"

Setting his briefcase aside, Dorian shared, "Cordelia called me at noon, mentioned you dropped by. Figured I'd head home early since the office was slow today."

Vivienne always knew Dorian cared deeply for her, but it still warmed her heart to feel it afresh.

"How's the company doing, Dorian?"

Dorian, eager to discuss, mentioned, "Actually, we're planning to launch a new product before the year ends, alongside our classic range. It should help us better integrate into the local market. What do you think?"

Dorian was always full of ideas when it came to the business.

Though he often discussed these matters with Cordelia, Vivienne, being a significant investor, had a unique perspective.

Dorian hoped for Vivienne's approval on these strategic decisions.

Vivienne reassured him with a smile, "You're more than capable of making these decisions, Dorian."

Relieved, Dorian then remembered the purpose of Vivienne's visit. "Oh, right, Vivienne. You came to check on Flynn, didn't you?"

"I heard from Cordelia about the poor kid. He's family, after all. We should help when we can."

Vivienne pursed her lips, asking, "Dorian, how long has it been since Cordelia saw her sister?"

our marriage, so we lost touch after tying the knot. Heard she moved

looked around and whispered,

past

if there was cause for alarm,

Flynn's illness seemed genuine, beyond

how different she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved by her explanation, shared more about Cordelia's family dynamics,

time to leave, "Dorian, I've told Cordelia I'll be around

commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne. Drive

trying to get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged caution, especially with

comforting sight of lights on and the aroma of

as he was known, had

a cake mold,

sat at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously

you didn't have to rush

called Cordelia. Knew

received, placed it

he inquired,

gratitude from Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied, tasting the cake

"Something happened

Vivienne shared her concerns about Abigail's elusive powers and the recent suspicious behavior of Cordelia's sister, Percival suggested

jump to conclusions. I'll have someone keep a watch. If

they could do was wait for more

Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned

and couldn't help but frown, "The kid's got toxins in their system, both physically and mentally compromised. Even with recovery,

can heal, but mental scars are

not only ensure the safety of the Dorian family but also help the child adjust emotionally." After a moment, Percival suggested, "I can pull Anna from the