The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 255

Why did he have to do such a disgusting thing?

He cleared his throat and was about to approach Eddy when a voice sounded from outside the door.

“Vivienne, I heard you’ve got a nice stone. Quickly, give me a piece!”

Leopold’s voice arrived before the man himself.

Thomas paused.

His timing couldn’t be better.

Such a disgusting thing was more suitable for Leopold.

Leopold burst in, noticing that the entire Brooks family was standing in the yard, including Richard and Cecilia. He paused. “Eh? What’s going on here?”

He’d been tasked by Percival to settle Anna in, then deal with some things in the team. By the time he was done, the sun was setting, and the old man had called him about Vivienne’s stone. He wanted him to see if Vivienne would sell a small piece.

Without even eating, he’d rushed over.

“Eddy made a bet with Vivienne. If he loses, he has to live stream himself doing a headstand while… relieving himself.” Thomas glanced at Leopold. “And he lost.”

“So?” Leopold asked, “Is he about to start his performance?”

Thomas nodded. “Yep, but he’s not being cooperative.”

“Not cooperating?” Leopold’s voice rose a few octaves. “Does he have a choice? Don’t worry, Vivienne; I’ll handle this. I’m good at this. Just watch!”

Finally, a chance to impress Vivienne. Why not show off a bit?

With that, Leopold strode towards Eddy while cracking his knuckles and sporting a lecherous grin. “Eddy, I suggest you stay still. I’m not known for being gentle. If I rip your pants, you won’t be able to go home.”

Eddy was beside himself with disbelief.

If only he could move.

this have to do

yelled, “Get away from

he turned to Vivienne. “Vivienne! What’s your game? I said I’d honor the bet! But not now!

raised an eyebrow in amusement. “You dare

Eddy in the face. “Who gave you the

Paula immediately shielded Eddy and began crying out angrily, “If you dare touch my son again,

not?” Leopold retorted, aiming a kick at

ashen, and she turned to Baron. “Dad! Are you

responsible for his actions. He made

this point, Eddy had

much trouble, so the young girl was bound to

So be it.

so the Brooks family could find

obviously manipulated him!” Paula

back. “Mr. Brooks, even though Eddy lost the bet and should honor it, Vivienne was very confident about the gemstone when she bet with Eddy. It was like she did it

behalf. Can we let this go? How will Eddy show his face anywhere in the future after broadcasting such a vulgar act? You’re all family, so why cause such

eyes were cold. “You don’t deserve

I don’t have a say in these family matters. But today, you’ve embarrassed your aunt. How will you get along in the future? The bet was a joke between cousins, so why not show some magnanimity and let it go

moved

a well–bred

was Vivienne

fit to tie

cold smile. “You’re so righteous. Why don’t you take his place?

Calista’s anger flared.

turning to Percival with a pitiful expression. “Mr. Ellington, your fiancée is being so aggressive;

didn’t believe the Ellington family would

his head. With one hand in his pocket and the other around Vivienne’s slender waist, he said, “Whatever my

eyes flicked over Calista’s face, then away in disgust. “Calista, are you asking

Calista was dumbfounded.

to maintain her composure.

“Sorry, bad memory.

Calista. The sheer indifference in his demeanor made Calista feel as if her heart

Why?