The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Darren’s sudden rise to stardom was like a stroke of luck for the whole Brooks family, casting a serendipitous glow on each of them.

Quick to capitalize on the momentum, Rainbow Entertainment snatched up Darren’s management contract, securing their chance to build the brotherly brand alongside Stephen, the other half of the dynamic duo.

The PR team, sharp as ever, revealed Darren’s relationship with Kala, quashing the persistent online rumors that the Brooks family was cursed with bad luck.

As a result, the Brooks family’s business ventures flourished.

Still, Melissa could not shake a weight on her heart.

Since Scott was taken away, the Brooks family had never reached out to Vivienne. Though Melissa’s heart ached for the girl, she could not find the proper excuse to see her.

To Melissa, Vivienne was family. Despite the lack of blood ties, Vivienne was the daughter of her dearest friend. The thought of severing that connection was unbearable.

Melissa had heard from Kala about Vivienne’s secret support for the Brooks family. She knew Vivienne was not cold-hearted; she would repay kindness tenfold.

The reason Melissa hesitated to contact Vivienne, unlike Kala and others, was guilt.

The Brooks family had never treated Karen well, and now her daughter suffered the same fate. How could Melissa not feel remorse?

Now that Vivienne had helped Darren become an overnight sensation, Melissa could no longer hold back. She decided it was time to reach out.

Gathering her children, including Kala, who was on set, she initiated a video call and laid out her plan.

Vivienne for dinner, and you all need to be there. Treat her

planning a dinner; she wanted her children and the adults to strengthen ties with Vivienne and avoid leaving

had no objections, and Darren certainly could not miss it. After all, he

but trouble to our family, and you still want to think about

her brow furrowing in anger. “Think about it. Who really brought our family to this point – Vivienne or the older generation’s

both Judith and Scott had only been exposed by Vivienne because they had

why did Vivienne have to be so harsh about it? Could she not have handled things more gently

the scandal, Kala had been bullied in the industry, Darren had missed out on opportunities to shine, and Ashley herself could not even hold her head up at school. Furthermore, Charlotte Redwood had taken over her spot as the student representative at the last

forgive Vivienne, no matter

is away on business, but you need to be there. You’ll be representing both

glancing at his watch. “Aunt Melissa, if we’re done here, I need to head out. There’s urgent business at the

“Go on, then.”

rushed out and Kala ended the call, Darren hurried off to an appointment, leaving Ashley

turned to her daughter, pleading, “Ashley, you’re young and don’t yet see how Vivienne’s actions have ultimately benefited the Brooks family. When you grow up, you’ll understand that without her, not just our family but even the Edwards could have been

unclear on the

gravity of the situation, Ashley remained

the mood. “If you agree to go this time, I’ll let you join me as

eager for the thrill. He had always

lifted. “Fine, I’ll go to the

exhaled in relief. “Just don’t give anyone a cold shoulder at the

stood up and made her way back to her room, pulling her phone from the pocket of her worn-out jeans. With a few swipes and taps, she dialed Vivienne’s

for Vivienne. “Aunt

affectionate ‘Aunt Melissa,’ Melissa’s emotional dam broke, and tears began to stream down her cheeks.Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for