The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

The undead were efficiently handled by Luke and Fredrick with their unique abilities.

Anna was taken elsewhere by the Linklater family for her safety.

Percival and Vivienne stepped out together, followed by a visibly anxious Arthur who was meticulously checking Sasha for any injuries.

Upon seeing Jasper, Vivienne was somewhat surprised. "Grandpa, what brings you here?"

Jasper's gaze swiftly assessed them and Sasha, relieved to find no injuries. "I heard about the trouble with the Linklaters and came to check. Never expected to walk into this."

"Vivienne, is that woman the one you've been searching for? Abigail?"

Though Jasper posed it as a question, his tone suggested certainty.

Vivienne nodded, catching the direction of Jasper's gaze. "Did you notice something, Grandpa?"

Recalling the shadow cloning technique he witnessed from Abigail, Jasper's eyes narrowed slightly. "It's just that her abilities seemed familiar, reminiscent of some ancient warrior lineages that have long vanished."

Vivienne smirked slightly. "That's not surprising. Most of her powers come from siphoning the strengths of others, not from her own cultivation."

Jasper fell silent for a moment. "No wonder she bears a resemblance to other ancient lineages. She acquired them through such methods."

Luke frowned. "There's such a technique in this world?"

Nan and Chi came over, their brows furrowed with concern. "We never imagined she was no ordinary person. With Vivienne expecting, having such a dangerous figure lurking is far too risky."

The power displayed by that individual had exceeded their expectations.

Even just her cloning technique made her nearly untraceable.

Coupled with Abigail's array of other abilities, it seemed almost impossible for anyone to best her.

Luke pondered for a moment. "Vivienne, you can't afford any risk now. Why not stay with your grandpa at the Perez Homestead for a while?"

good idea. The old estate has defensive mechanisms left by our ancestors. It's

what do

can't take any more risks. If possible, both of

and Vivienne exchanged

have already surpassed level ten, and I'm beyond level seven. Together, we are no less formidable than Abigail." Luke and

they stayed at the Perez estate,

was still worried. "What if something like this happens

woman will still come after her. Rather than hiding, fighting back is our only chance." Jasper patted his daughter's hand as if making a decision. "Since the enemy has shown themselves, I won't go back to the estate. I'll stay right

aback. "Dad, your health is important. The doctor said you need a quiet

"Otherwise what?"

this, if I don't see those responsible torn to pieces, that'll be the

of the old man, their words

to the estate and rest. Once everything's settled, we'll bring you

was adamant, his

not fear death. But if anyone dares to harm my daughter

I won't stand for

"No discussions!"

Jasper's word was final.

opened her mouth to speak but was silenced by Sasha's shake of

decades, Jasper had endured much in search for her. Now faced with this danger, he wouldn't agree to

be it, we'll

Vivienne unconsciously caressed her belly, pondering Abigail's last

there was a larger scheme behind Abigail's

was distressed again, covered her hand with his. "Are you

heart, even at the cost of the children. Yet, this time, she withdrew

made Vivienne suspect Abigail was

message from Draven plunged

figures have vanished

without a trace, but Vivienne

Draven to