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?"

of our marriage, so we lost touch after tying

of his words, Dorian looked

stemmed from a past incident that had

was cause for alarm, especially if Cordelia hadn't

Flynn's illness seemed genuine, beyond

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

I've told Cordelia I'll

appreciated her commitment, "Thanks,

Havenwood. Look

sight of lights on and the aroma

as

from the kitchen, holding a cake mold, "Just a bit longer,

Percival meticulously spread frosting on a strawberry cheesecake, feeling

to

called Cordelia.

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

inquired, seeing the

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

sensed her mood, "Something happened while

elusive powers and the recent suspicious behavior

have someone keep a watch. If there's any danger,

knowing all they could do was wait

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

thought of the child and couldn't help but frown, "The kid's got toxins in their system, both physically and mentally compromised.

heal, but mental scars

can not only ensure the safety of the Dorian family but also