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

paused before asking, "You want to go stay with my

Percival are newlyweds, I don't want to

been filling the boy's head

worried about Winston, but are you sure you're up to taking care of

Vivienne was taken aback.

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 necessary but remembered his brother's exact words and

learning about the situation with the Wright family, Sasha was

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

when Vivienne planned to

idea, feeling she had already done enough for the wedding and didn't

his dissatisfaction. He had planned to take Sasha on a belated honeymoon abroad after his daughter's wedding, hoping to make up for missed opportunities

the other

was safe with Yorick for now. Revealing it to Arthur at this point could cause an uproar, not because of the

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

who might have

lineage as an ancient warrior, her master

the Perez family to check on Natalia and Yasmine and to coax some information out

Perez residence, Jasper

Vivienne's arrival, Jasper reassured her about the little ones' well-being, mentioning they were currently napping under the care of her great uncle,

nodded, "He anticipated your visit. He's waiting

leaving him with a proposal, "Percival, fancy a game of chess with me?

Vivienne a reassuring nod, signaling her

Finn sat in front of a

"Moving forward leads

Finn? Trying to scare the life out

Vivienne remained unphased, sitting

and pouring