The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 1101

Chapter 1101

Vivienne Hawthorn had stumbled upon an unsettling truth in one of her mentor's ancient tomes as a child. It was said that children born during the witching hour, under a moonless sky, were cursed with a dire fate. In ancient times, such children were either abandoned or met with a more grim end.

The thought made Vivienne's gaze turn icy, "They've gone to such lengths to gather these people, all because they need their dark aura as a key component for the ritual."

But this ritual hadn't been activated in centuries. How could it suddenly resurface now?

The phrase "born during the witching hour, under a moonless sky" clung to her like a curse, choking her thoughts. On more than one occasion, Vivienne felt as if she couldn't breathe.

Juliette and Isaiah were born under such an ominous sign!

Percival Ellington, appearing seemingly out of nowhere, placed a comforting hand on hers. He knew all too well what was plaguing her thoughts.

"Don't worry too much, Vivienne. The kids have plenty of people looking out for them. They'll be safe," Percival tried to soothe her, although his words did little to alleviate her fears. Nonetheless, Vivienne nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

Given Percival's standing in Luck Village and his ignorance of the matter, it was clear these people hadn't been brought back here but were kept somewhere else.

"They might have kept you in the dark about this plan. It seems Sebastian doesn't hold much sway here," Vivienne mused, recalling her arrival in Luck Village and the scenes that had greeted her. She was certain the village leader and his cohorts wouldn't easily show their hand.

"Let's try to find these people within the village first, but we need to tread carefully," Vivienne instructed before sending Percival off.

Dealing with Draven would have to wait.

the courtyard, and his wife approached him, "My lord, those you requested have been moved here. Shall we

a tune, his mood seemingly light as he walked deeper into the village. "Why didn't you inform Sebastian

time. If he so much as thinks of

wraps. No one must catch wind of this!" Mayor Thompson's eyes glinted with a sinister light,

over anyways. Serving our cause would be his honor!" Mayor Thompson hissed, pushing open the door and stepping inside to where

cannot fail!" His eyes gleamed with greed, a long-awaited moment finally within

the constant surveillance. It wasn't merely being

played on Vivienne's lips before she vanished around a

secret base, he was greeted

Thousand-Hands Healer's preparation?" Despite his smile, there was no warmth in his eyes,

who insisted I stay, and now you're impatient after less than a day? If you're so capable, summon

Logan didn't

at Logan's words, chuckled, his

you can't even manage this, what good is your apprentice?"

grave as if suddenly rendered immobile. "What's happening?" Mayor Thompson's eyes flashed with rage, incredulous that so many couldn't handle one young woman. "What use are you?!" he cursed under his breath, moving to

agonizing pain, glared at Vivienne, "What have

open her mouth, Logan stepped in, his tone firm, "She's my apprentice. Overlooking her is overlooking me. If that's the case, then we

not waste any more time

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as Logan was about to take

have all started vomiting out of nowhere. Some have even passed out cold!" With that announcement,