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?"

She wasn't too supportive of our marriage, so we lost touch

of his words, Dorian looked

concern stemmed from a past incident that had left Dorian quite

if there was cause

seemed

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

I've told Cordelia I'll be around

her commitment,

the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged caution, especially with Abigail still at

sight of lights on

Percival as he was

a cake mold, "Just a bit longer,

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

Wolf, you didn't have to rush

"I called Cordelia. Knew you were on your way back, so I

she had received, placed it beside her,

inquired,

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

mood, "Something happened while treating the

powers and the recent suspicious

have someone keep a watch. If

knowing all they could do was wait for more information

topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about that kid.

toxins in their system, both physically and mentally compromised. Even with recovery, it's

injuries can heal, but

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