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?"

replied, "Years, really. She wasn't too supportive of our marriage, so we lost touch after tying the knot. Heard

the gravity of his words, Dorian looked around and

his concern stemmed from a past incident that had left

sure yet if there was cause for alarm,

Flynn's illness seemed genuine,

seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved by her explanation, shared more about Cordelia's family dynamics, highlighting the differences in temperament

told Cordelia I'll be around more often to treat

commitment, "Thanks,

Brooks family in Havenwood.

by the comforting sight of lights on

as he was known, had

from the kitchen, holding a cake mold, "Just

Vivienne sat at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting on a strawberry cheesecake, feeling

have to

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

had received,

this?" he inquired,

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

her mood, "Something

powers and the recent suspicious behavior of Cordelia's sister, Percival suggested

conclusions. I'll have someone keep a watch. If there's any danger, we'll

was wait for more information before

a topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something

their system, both physically and mentally compromised. Even with recovery, it's uncertain if they'll

injuries can heal, but mental scars are

paused, 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