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?"

we lost touch after tying the knot. Heard she moved away, haven't seen her

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

his concern stemmed from a past incident that had left Dorian quite

cause for alarm,

illness seemed genuine, beyond any

never

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

her commitment,

Draven, "Check if someone's been trying to get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged

comforting sight of lights on and the aroma of

as he was

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

Vivienne sat at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting

Wolf, you didn't have to rush

for her, "I called Cordelia. Knew you were on your way

had received,

he inquired, seeing

gratitude from Cordelia's sister," Vivienne

mood, "Something happened

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

keep

agreed, knowing all they could do was wait

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

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

can heal, but mental scars are

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