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

of his words, Dorian looked around and

concern stemmed from a past incident

was cause for alarm, especially if

seemed genuine, beyond any

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, highlighting the differences in

I've told Cordelia I'll be around more often to treat

her commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne. Drive

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

by the comforting sight

Percival as

holding a cake

the kitchen bar, watching Percival

didn't have to rush

Cordelia. Knew you were on your way back, so I didn't

received, placed it beside

this?" he inquired, seeing

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

"Something happened while treating

her concerns about Abigail's elusive powers and the recent suspicious behavior of Cordelia's

I'll have someone keep a watch. If there's

they could do was wait for more information before

from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned

in their system, both physically and mentally compromised. Even with recovery, it's uncertain if they'll ever be like everyone

but mental scars are

of the Dorian family but