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?"

supportive of our marriage, so we lost

the gravity of his words, Dorian looked

a past

there was cause for alarm, especially if Cordelia

seemed genuine, beyond

shook her head to ease Dorian's fears, "Just thought it curious, given how different she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved by her explanation, shared more about

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

appreciated her commitment,

get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this

was greeted by the comforting sight

Wolf, or Percival as he was

arrive, 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

to rush

his care for her, "I called Cordelia. Knew you were

the locket she had received, placed it beside her,

he inquired, seeing

of gratitude from Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied, tasting

sensed her mood, "Something happened while treating the

Vivienne shared her concerns about Abigail's elusive powers and the

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

was wait for more information before making

dinner, Percival casually broached a topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about

couldn't help but frown, "The kid's got toxins in their system, both physically and mentally compromised. Even with recovery, it's uncertain if they'll ever

agreed, "Physical injuries can heal, but mental scars

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