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.

into the car,

want to go stay

and Percival are newlyweds, I don't want to be a bother. I'd like to

realizing Percival had been

know you're worried about Winston, but are you sure you're up to

Vivienne was taken aback.

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

situation with the Wright family, Sasha

didn't pry much into the Wright family's affairs, advising Vivienne to take her time and prioritize her safety above

the subject of when Vivienne planned to have a proper

she had already done enough for the wedding and didn't see

Sasha on a belated honeymoon abroad after his daughter's wedding, hoping to make up for missed opportunities in their youth.

serving him food and the other feeding him, creating a harmonious scene. Yorick, observing this, discreetly offered Vivienne some food, their actions in

safe with Yorick for now. Revealing it to Arthur at this point could cause

puzzle missing regarding Abigail's identity, a

Vivienne thought of one person who might have

Declan's lineage as an ancient warrior, her

visited the Perez family to check on Natalia and Yasmine

the Perez residence, Jasper

the care of her great uncle, advising her

visit. He's waiting for

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

a reassuring nod, signaling her to go

of a chessboard, his

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

you have announced your presence, Master Finn? Trying to scare the life out of

Vivienne remained unphased, sitting

and pouring a