The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 265

The Ellington clan, besides Richard and Percival’s parents, didn’t even register on her radar. She couldn’t be bothered to spare them any thought

Whether the money spent on the stone came from her pocket or Percival’s was none of their business

This time, for Richard’s sake, she let it slide. But there wouldn’t be a next time

“By the way, I’m planning a party here in Rivenwood to formally introduce you to everyone.” Richard announced “Back in Havenwood, no one knew who you were There were always small–minded folks who relished feeling superior, so I want everyone to know that you’re my granddaughter–in–law If anyone tries to bother you, they’ll have to think twice”

With that, Richard turned to Percival “What do you think, kiddo?”

“I couldn’t agree more

Ever since Vivienne decided to come to Rivenwood, Percival had instructed Thomas to start preparing a feast.

He had been playing the cripple for years, so it was about time things got on track

Ever since Vivienne got engaged to him, people have been mocking her for marrying a good for nothing. He could shrug off the insults, but he wouldn’t let his little lady be wronged

“Vivienne, what about you? Richard asked Vivienne

Vivienne furrowed her brows and remained silent for a moment before saying, “Let’s go with your plan, Grandpa”

“Great! It’s settled then Richard wrapped up the conversation, then turned to Cecilia. “You take care of the arrangements in the next few days. Let’s get this done sooner rather than later”

1 got it, Dad Cecilia replied.

Afterward, Richard gave Vivienne a tour around the Ellington Mansion

The Ellington Mansion was quite different from the Brooks Mansion. It was actually more of a courtyard. It was somewhat like a cloister, yet tinged with the air of an ancient villa

It was quite an interesting change of scenery

They had lunch together, and then she returned to the Brooks Mansion with Percival

returned to their

Gardens in the Ellington

designs. The floor was littered with discarded drafts, and her cool face was tinged with

door opened Her room door was ajar, and she looked up to see Heloise entering

you going to see Percival’s fiancee? Why

annoyed!” Heloise threw her bag on the couch, sat down, and gulped

happened? Fiona looked at the completed sketch in front of her

day, but something

omaments, but no matter how hard she

Jessica, she would love to ask her what kind of inspiration led

so biased! He gave Percival 30 million to splurge on his fiancéel What’s more infunating is that Percival’s fiancée is Scott

raved “Once he spreads his wings, how is your brother,

eyes narrowed as a trace of mockery curled the comers of

Ellington, that waste, was thinking of wresting the company from Percival? He should take a good look at

her mom a faint smile They’re just engaged, not married

how Ryan’s family is eyeing the position of successor? Especially that Paul! He’s trying everything he can to worm his way into the company But look at your brother! When your grandpa finally wants

it made Heloise’s blood

her finger but

looked at the failed draft in front of her and crumpled it

that she couldn’t create a

department As long as we can get the old man to change his mind about the successor, our family still has a chance”

as his successor How can he change his mind

one knew that not only was he not useless, but

of this superficial

compete with Grandpa’s

more than

1/2

what?” Jeffrey, who had been holed up in his room all day, was about to go out for

worried about?” Heloise stood up and jabbed him in the forehead “You spend all day cooped up in your room, painting your silly little pictures. When Grandpa wanted you to go work at the company, you refused?!

unfair Jeffrey protested “What do you mean

will end up in Percival’s hands. And where would that leave us?” Heloise’s was laced with

like to see him try. He’s a good for nothing. Heloise You honestly think he can take us to greater