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?"

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

looked around and

stemmed from a past

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

Flynn's illness seemed genuine, beyond any

"Just thought 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, highlighting the differences in

leave, "Dorian, I've told Cordelia I'll be around more often to treat the

her commitment, "Thanks, Vivienne.

to get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged caution, especially with Abigail still at large and Dorian and Cordelia's safety her top

Vivienne was greeted by the comforting sight of lights on and the aroma of

as

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

at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting on a

to rush cooking dinner

didn't hide his care for her, "I called Cordelia. Knew you were on your way back,

had received,

inquired, seeing

sister," Vivienne replied, tasting the cake but

her mood, "Something happened

about Abigail's elusive powers and the recent suspicious behavior of Cordelia's sister, Percival suggested a

keep a watch. If

was wait for

casually broached a topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about that kid. What's

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

"Physical injuries can heal, but mental scars

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