The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 175

Judith held a position of considerable influence in Rivenwood, and she had a reputation for maintaining her dignity. She usually stayed in the upstairs lounge, rarely coming down to entertain guests. So, it was indeed surprising to see her approach a young one for a casual conversation.

Arabella was particularly taken aback.

Vivienne had turned her banquet into a joke, and Arabella had expected Judith, if not to chastise Vivienne, to at least give her a cold shoulder.

But what was Judith’s intent with this friendly and proactive derneanor?

“Grandmother, do you know my sister?” Arabella asked, feigning curiosity.

Vivienne paused upon hearing this.

The Brooks family?

Her gaze swept across the members of the Brooks family present, briefly meeting Scott’s probing eyes, then passing over the solemn faces of Beatrice and her two sons. She cast an inscrutable glance at Arabella.

Grandmother, huh? Interesting.

“I met Ms. Vivienne when I was in a spot of trouble in Havenwood. She saved my life.” Judith began, causing Arabella to gasp in surprise. “It turns out that she’s your sister. What a small world, isn’t it?”

Judith then continued, expressing her gratitude to Vivienne. “Thank you for your help that day. Ms. Vivienne. If it hadn’t been for you and Mr. Ellington, I might not be here today. I’ve been looking for an opportunity to thank you both, but I didn’t know who you were. Now, I finally have the chance.”

Those around them exchanged surprised glances. Vivienne seemed to be quite fortunate. Not only had she won the favor of the Ellington family, becoming Percival’s fiancée, but she was also now owed a favor by Judith.

Wouldn’t that mean she could do as she pleased in Rivenwood?

Vivienne’s attitude remained indifferent, whether it was about the Ellington family, the Brooks family repaying a favor, or settling a grudge.

never paid much attention to any of

was seething with

been as respectful to her as she was to

wonder Vivienne had the audacity to ruin her banquet. She must have known that Judith wouldn’t stop

happened?” Arabella clenched her fists,

Vivienne. “Today is my granddaughter’s banquet. It wouldn’t be appropriate to discuss it further. But I will definitely

then glanced at Scott, who had been

cue and suggested to the crowd, “Since Mr. Mike has decided to put an end to the fashion show, why don’t we all go listen

deftly shifted their focus. No one mentioned the incident that had just occurred. The

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Debra, who had been hired by the books, family

hall dimmed suddenly, leaving only a single spotlight on the piano. towe

and Percival stood together, overhearing the sighs of admiration from nearby

skills at the age of 18 but she because he spent most of his time

close the lid of the piano and leave, not bother acknowledge the

finished his piece, while the crowd was still savoring the beaublul melody,

He seemed surprised to see her there, and after

a stir in the banquet

Debra?” Helen asked in surprise. “He was looking in our direction. Was he

Brooks family’s influence, someone like Debra wouldn’t he been invited to her banquet. So, she wasn’t

since Helen had mentioned it, Arabella said, “Maybe. But I

him, then why would he acknowledge you?” Helen’s

I’m the guest of

give you special treatment

convinced she became. “Arabella, you’re so good at playing the piano. You must have won his

her eyes darted to Judith and her group. After