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

Dorian looked around and whispered,

a past incident that had left Dorian quite

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

Flynn's illness seemed genuine, beyond

it curious, given how different she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved by her explanation, shared more about Cordelia's family dynamics,

leave, "Dorian, I've told Cordelia

her commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne. Drive

trying to get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged caution, especially with Abigail still

sight of lights

Wolf, or Percival as he was

called out from the kitchen, holding a cake

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

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

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

locket she had received, placed

this?" he inquired,

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

sensed her mood, "Something happened while

powers and the recent suspicious behavior of

to conclusions. I'll have someone keep a watch.

could do was wait

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

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

can heal, but mental

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