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

others returned to their

the Northern Gardens in the

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

room door was ajar, and she looked up to see Heloise entering with an unhappy

at Heloise and asked, “Mom, weren’t you going to see Percival’s fiancee? Why are you

get me started! Im so annoyed!” Heloise threw her bag on the couch, sat down, and gulped down a whole lot

at the completed sketch in

day, but something always felt

hand omaments, but no matter how hard she

Master Jessica, she would love to ask her what

splurge on his fiancéel What’s more infunating is that Percival’s fiancée is Scott Brooks daughter, and your grandpa is already

wings, how is your brother,

a trace of mockery curled the comers

from Percival? He should take a good look at

mom a faint smile They’re just engaged, not married it’s still early days. Why are you so worked up.

I not be worked up?” Heloise asked anxiously “Haven’t you seen how Ryan’s family is eyeing the position of successor? Especially that Paul! He’s trying everything he can to

made

lips with her finger but said nothing

failed draft in front of her and crumpled

couldn’t create a design better than

department As long as we can get the old man to change his mind about the

“Grandpa has already chosen Percival as his successor How can he change his mind so easily? Mom, i think you should stop worrying about. this.”

useless, but no one knew that not only was he not useless, but

the point of

could compete with Grandpa’s favoritism towards Percival?

more than

1/2

Jeffrey, who had been holed up in his room all day, was about to go

him in the forehead “You spend all day cooped up in your room, painting your silly little pictures. When Grandpa wanted you

Jeffrey protested “What do you mean by silly little pictures? They’re

like a baby, the Ellington family will end up in Percival’s hands. And where

a good for nothing. Heloise You honestly think he can