The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Before Vivienne could address the situation, little Winston, who was snuggling in her arms, jolted at the sound, gripping her neck tighter, refusing to let go.

"Something wrong?" Vivienne inquired, looking at him.

Colin, with a serious expression, acknowledged, "I owe Ms. Hawthorn a big thank you for saving Winston!"

Vivienne didn't care to waste any more time. Holding Winston close, she revealed Colin's true identity.

"I know all about your dealings. You haven't done much for Abigail, and it was you who leaked the news about the lab. Considering this, I'm willing to let you off the hook, but a thorough investigation is still necessary. Come with us."

Colin stiffened, realizing Vivienne knew everything about his actions.

As they stepped out of the hall, Draven reported that everything was normal with Hunter, who seemed to have been shocked into silence, unresponsive to any questioning.

Vivienne squinted, not buying that someone who hadn't managed to eliminate Abigail could be so easily traumatized.

"Take him away for solitary confinement," she ordered.

Draven nodded and led the team away.

As Percival was about to take Winston from Vivienne's arms, the boy clung even tighter.

"Sis, can I go home with you? I'm scared here."

Percival was at a loss for words.

"Of course."

Vivienne didn't think twice before agreeing.

With Hunter captured and the rest of the Wright family proving to be unhinged, leaving Winston with them until Colin returned was like throwing a lamb to the wolves. His safety couldn't be guaranteed.

As they were about to leave, Percival smoothly took Winston into his arms, claiming he didn't want to tire Vivienne out.

whispered something to each other, and as they got into the car, Winston suddenly spoke up, "Sis, can

"You want to go stay with

I don't want to be a bother. I'd like to stay with

speechless, realizing Percival had been

you're worried about Winston, but are you sure you're

Vivienne was taken aback.

Percival added, "A five-year-old might not need constant attention, but he can't be treated like an adult either. We're not prepared for this. What if we're missing something he needs?" Vivienne glanced at Winston, who looked like he wanted to say it wasn't

residence. Upon learning about the situation with the Wright family, Sasha was heartbroken for Winston and wouldn't

family's affairs, advising Vivienne to take her time and

the couple broached the subject of when Vivienne planned

the wedding and didn't see the need for more fuss. Percival wisely chose

after his daughter's wedding, hoping to make up for missed opportunities in their youth. But now, concerned for his daughter's safety, he

stayed for lunch with the Linklater family. Sasha and Arthur showered Winston with affection, one serving him food and the other feeding him, creating a harmonious scene. Yorick, observing this, discreetly offered Vivienne some food, their actions in sync without

this point could cause an uproar, not because of

was a crucial piece of the puzzle missing regarding Abigail's identity, a detail

of one person who

ancient

the Perez family to check on

Perez residence, Jasper had

currently napping under the care of her great uncle, advising her not to worry. Vivienne, scanning the familiar courtyard, directly asked,

your visit.

a game of chess with me? It's just this old man

nod, signaling her

Finn sat in front of a chessboard, his expression

moment from behind before suddenly speaking up, "Moving forward leads to a dead

scare the life out of an old man, don't you know it's bad to

Vivienne remained unphased, sitting

and pouring