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?"

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

of his words, Dorian looked around and

his concern stemmed from a past

there was cause for alarm, especially if Cordelia hadn't noticed

seemed genuine,

"Just thought it curious, given how different she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her

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

appreciated her commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne. Drive

close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged caution, especially with Abigail still at large and Dorian and Cordelia's safety her top

greeted by the comforting sight

Wolf, or Percival as he was known,

her arrive, Percival called out from the kitchen, holding a cake mold, "Just

kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread

to rush

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

pondering over the locket she had received, placed it beside her,

inquired,

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

her mood, "Something happened

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

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

was wait for

dinner, Percival casually broached a topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about that kid. What's up?

help but frown, "The kid's got toxins in their system, both physically and mentally compromised. Even with recovery, it's

agreed, "Physical injuries can heal, but mental scars

ensure the safety of the Dorian