The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Stepping into the elevator, Vivienne glanced at the antique locket glinting with a soft golden hue in her hand before slipping it into her pocket. The piece meant little to her personally, but for Cordelia's family, it might hold significant value.

Vivienne headed downstairs, coincidentally bumping into Dorian, who had just returned.

Spotting Vivienne, Dorian hastened his steps, waving excitedly. "Vivienne!"

With a smile, Vivienne greeted back, "Dorian, back so early?"

Setting his briefcase aside, Dorian shared, "Cordelia called me at noon, mentioned you dropped by. Figured I'd head home early since the office was slow today."

Vivienne always knew Dorian cared deeply for her, but it still warmed her heart to feel it afresh.

"How's the company doing, Dorian?"

Dorian, eager to discuss, mentioned, "Actually, we're planning to launch a new product before the year ends, alongside our classic range. It should help us better integrate into the local market. What do you think?"

Dorian was always full of ideas when it came to the business.

Though he often discussed these matters with Cordelia, Vivienne, being a significant investor, had a unique perspective.

Dorian hoped for Vivienne's approval on these strategic decisions.

Vivienne reassured him with a smile, "You're more than capable of making these decisions, Dorian."

Relieved, Dorian then remembered the purpose of Vivienne's visit. "Oh, right, Vivienne. You came to check on Flynn, didn't you?"

"I heard from Cordelia about the poor kid. He's family, after all. We should help when we can."

Vivienne pursed her lips, asking, "Dorian, how long has it been since Cordelia saw her sister?"

Dorian paused, then replied, "Years, really. She wasn't too supportive of our marriage, so we lost touch after tying the knot. Heard she moved away, haven't seen her since."

Realizing the gravity of his words, Dorian looked around and whispered, "Vivienne, is there a problem?"

knew his concern stemmed from a past

was cause for alarm,

illness seemed genuine,

from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved by her explanation, shared more about Cordelia's family dynamics, highlighting the differences in temperament

I've told Cordelia I'll

commitment,

get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah

comforting sight of lights on and the aroma

or Percival as he was known, had

her arrive, Percival called out from the kitchen, holding a cake mold,

at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting on a strawberry cheesecake, feeling utterly

have to rush cooking dinner for

hide his care for her, "I called Cordelia. Knew you were on your

the locket she had received, placed it beside her, catching Percival's

he inquired, seeing the

sister," Vivienne replied, tasting the cake

sensed her mood, "Something happened while

her concerns about Abigail's elusive powers and the recent suspicious behavior of Cordelia's sister,

conclusions. I'll have someone keep a watch. If there's any

was wait

he heard from Cordelia,

thought of

help but

toxins in their system, both

Even with recovery, it's uncertain if they'll ever be like everyone

"Physical injuries can heal, but mental scars

Wolf, "That's why I'm thinking of finding someone who can not only ensure the safety of the Dorian family

limits, "Anna's skilled, but getting her to exercise patience