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

looked around and whispered, "Vivienne, is there a

from a past incident that had

sure yet if there was cause for

illness seemed

shook her head to ease Dorian's fears, "Just thought it curious, given how different she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved by her explanation, shared more

was time to leave, "Dorian, I've told Cordelia I'll be around more often to treat the

her commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne. Drive

the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged caution,

Vivienne was greeted by the comforting sight of lights on and the aroma

Percival as he was known, had

called out from the kitchen, holding a

up, Vivienne sat at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting

didn't have to rush cooking dinner

didn't hide his care for her, "I called Cordelia. Knew you were on your way back, so

she had received,

this?" he inquired, seeing

Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied, tasting the cake but seemingly

mood, "Something happened

the recent

have someone keep a watch. If

could do was wait

a topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about that kid. What's up? Anything

system, both

can heal, but mental scars are

her gaze shifting towards Mr. Wolf, "That's why I'm thinking of finding someone who can 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