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?"

past incident that had left

cause

seemed

to ease Dorian's fears, "Just thought it curious, given how different she seems from Cordelia and that you never mentioned her before." Dorian, relieved

decided it was time to leave, "Dorian, I've told Cordelia I'll be

commitment, "Thanks,

"Check if someone's been trying to get close to the Brooks family in Havenwood. Look into this Delilah too." Her instincts urged

Vivienne was greeted by the comforting sight of lights on and the

Percival as he

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

washing up, Vivienne sat at the kitchen bar, watching Percival meticulously spread frosting on a

to rush cooking

with a grunt, didn't hide his care for her, "I called Cordelia.

received, placed it beside

inquired, seeing

Cordelia's sister," Vivienne replied, tasting the cake but seemingly

her mood, "Something happened while

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

someone keep a watch. If there's any danger, we'll be

could do was wait for more information

Percival casually broached a topic he heard from Cordelia, "Cordelia mentioned something about that

of the child

help but

toxins in their system, both physically and

it's uncertain if

heal, but mental

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

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