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.

each other, and as they got into the car, Winston suddenly spoke up, "Sis, can I go stay with

asking, "You want to go

newlyweds, I don't want to be a bother. I'd

realizing Percival had been

and quietly asked, "Madam, I know you're worried about Winston, but are

Vivienne was taken aback.

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 necessary but remembered his brother's exact words and chose to stay

learning about the situation with the

affairs, advising Vivienne to take her time and prioritize her safety above all

broached the subject of when

she had already done enough for the wedding and didn't see the need for more fuss.

on a belated honeymoon abroad after his daughter's wedding, hoping to make up for missed opportunities in their youth. But now, concerned for his daughter's safety, he had postponed their plans, fearing for Vivienne's

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

of Hailey being Abigail was safe with Yorick for now. Revealing it to Arthur at this point could cause an uproar, not because of the family ties, but because the prime suspect had been under

piece of the puzzle missing regarding Abigail's identity, a detail apparent in Declan's protective

of one person who might have answers

an ancient warrior,

the Perez family to check on Natalia and Yasmine

residence, Jasper had

the little ones' well-being, mentioning they were currently napping under the care of her great uncle, advising

your visit. He's waiting

game of chess with me? It's just this old man at home today, quite the quiet day it

reassuring nod, signaling her to

the backyard, Finn sat in front of a chessboard, his expression twisted

him for a moment from behind before suddenly speaking up, "Moving forward leads

presence, Master Finn? Trying to scare the life out of an old man, don't

Vivienne remained unphased, sitting

pouring a