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.

did this have to

Eddy yelled, “Get away

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

raised an eyebrow in amusement.

punched Eddy in the face. “Who gave you the

out angrily, “If you dare touch my

Why not?” Leopold retorted, aiming a

Paula’s face was ashen, and she turned to Baron. “Dad! Are you just going to

actions. He made a bet with Vivienne, and

Eddy had to face the consequences. Vivienne

returned, and Paula had caused so much trouble, so the young girl was bound to

So be it.

the price, so the Brooks family could find a little

obviously

Brooks, even though Eddy lost the bet and should honor it, Vivienne

apologize on his behalf. Can we let this go? How will Eddy show

cold. “You

a say in these family matters. But today, you’ve embarrassed your aunt. How will you get along in the future? The bet was

was moved by Calista’s

a well–bred lady should

Vivienne

wasn’t even fit to tie Calista’s

into a cold smile. “You’re so righteous. Why don’t you take his place? With your beauty, I’m sure many people

Calista’s anger flared.

a pitiful expression. “Mr. Ellington, your fiancée

Ellington family would

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

then away in disgust. “Calista, are you asking me to persuade Vivienne to let you take

Calista was dumbfounded.

struggled to maintain her composure. “My name is

Percival said dismissively, “Sorry, bad

at Calista. The sheer indifference in his demeanor made

Why?