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?"

wasn't too supportive of our marriage, so we lost touch after tying the knot. Heard she moved away, haven't

words, Dorian looked

knew his concern stemmed from a past incident that

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

Flynn's illness seemed genuine,

you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved by her explanation, shared more about

"Dorian, I've told

appreciated her commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne. Drive

Draven, "Check if someone's been trying to get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into

the comforting sight of lights

as he

called out from the kitchen, holding a cake mold,

kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting on

to

hide his care for her, "I called Cordelia. Knew you were on your way back, so

she had received, placed it beside her, catching

inquired, seeing the

Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied,

sensed her mood, "Something happened while

and the recent suspicious behavior of Cordelia's sister,

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

was

he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about that kid. What's up? Anything

in their system, both physically and mentally compromised.

agreed, "Physical injuries can heal, but

thinking of finding someone who can not only ensure the safety of the Dorian family but also help the child adjust