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?"

replied, "Years, really. She wasn't too supportive of our marriage, so we lost touch after tying

of his words, Dorian looked around and whispered, "Vivienne, is there

from a past incident that had

she wasn't sure yet if there was cause

Flynn's illness seemed genuine,

her head to ease Dorian's fears, "Just thought it curious, given how different she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her

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

commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne.

Brooks family in Havenwood. Look

was greeted by the comforting sight of

Wolf, or Percival as he was known, had

her arrive, Percival called out from the kitchen, holding a cake

watching Percival meticulously spread frosting on a strawberry

didn't have to rush

her, "I called Cordelia. Knew you were on your way back, so I didn't

pondering over the locket she had received,

inquired, seeing the

from Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied,

her mood, "Something happened while treating

concerns about Abigail's elusive powers and the recent

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

was wait for more information before

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

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

heal, but mental scars

paused, her gaze shifting towards Mr. Wolf, "That's 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 Anna from the team to