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. Heard

words, Dorian looked around and whispered, "Vivienne, is there a

knew his concern stemmed from a past incident that had left

wasn't sure yet if there was cause for alarm,

seemed genuine, beyond

she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved

time to leave, "Dorian, I've told Cordelia I'll be around more often

appreciated her commitment,

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

greeted by the comforting sight of

or Percival as he

from the kitchen, holding a cake mold,

washing up, Vivienne sat at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread

Wolf, you didn't have to rush cooking dinner for

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

received, placed it beside her, catching

this?" he inquired, seeing the

sister," Vivienne replied, tasting the

her mood, "Something happened while treating the

and the recent suspicious behavior of

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

knowing all they could do was wait for more information

a topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about

but frown, "The kid's got toxins in their system, both physically and mentally compromised.

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

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 Anna from the