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?"

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

gravity of his words, Dorian looked around and whispered,

his concern stemmed from a past incident that had

cause for alarm,

Flynn's illness seemed genuine, beyond any

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

decided it was time to leave, "Dorian, I've told

commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne.

in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged caution,

comforting sight

Percival as

her arrive, Percival called out from the kitchen, holding a cake mold, "Just a bit longer, the cake's almost

at the kitchen bar, watching Percival

Wolf, you didn't have to rush

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

over the locket she had received, placed it beside her, catching

this?" he inquired, seeing

gratitude from Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied, tasting the cake but seemingly

sensed her mood, "Something happened while treating the

Abigail's elusive powers and the recent suspicious behavior of Cordelia's sister,

have someone keep a watch. If there's any

was wait for more information

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

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 be like

but mental

not only ensure the safety of the Dorian family but also help the child adjust emotionally." After