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?"

has defensive mechanisms left by our

what do you

Percival before speaking, "Indeed, Vivienne can't take any more risks. If possible, both of you

Vivienne exchanged

head. "Grandpa, Uncles, to be honest, Mr. Wolf's abilities have already surpassed level ten, and I'm beyond level seven. Together, we are no

Perez estate, it was unclear who would be protecting

"What if something like this

that 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

is important. The doctor said you need

"Otherwise what?"

attacked like this, if I don't see those responsible torn

front of the old man, their words

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

adamant,

death. But if anyone dares to harm my

I won't stand for it."

"No discussions!"

Jasper's word was final.

to speak but was silenced by Sasha's shake of

for her. Now faced

be it, we'll

unconsciously caressed her belly, pondering Abigail's last

was a larger scheme behind

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

after finding out I was carrying twins. What is she planning?" Previously, Abigail's sole focus was her heart, even at the cost of the children. Yet, this time, she withdrew for the

Vivienne suspect Abigail was luring her

Draven plunged her

vanished in the past few

disappeared without a trace, but Vivienne sensed this

instructed Draven to keep