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 touch after tying the knot.

gravity of his words, Dorian looked around and whispered,

past incident that

cause for alarm, especially if Cordelia

Flynn's illness seemed genuine, beyond

and that you never

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

appreciated her commitment, "Thanks,

close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged

by the comforting sight of lights

as he

Percival called out from the kitchen, holding a cake mold, "Just a bit longer, the

washing up, Vivienne sat at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting on a strawberry

you didn't have to rush

"I called Cordelia.

locket she had received, placed

he inquired, seeing

from Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied,

her mood, "Something

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

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

was wait for more information

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

and couldn't help but frown, "The kid's got toxins in their system, both physically and

agreed, "Physical injuries can heal, but mental scars are harder

Mr. Wolf, "That's why I'm thinking of finding someone who can not only ensure the safety of the Dorian family