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.

his wife approached him, "My lord,

Thompson hummed a tune, his mood seemingly light as he walked deeper into the village. "Why didn't you inform Sebastian of this? What if he discovers something?" The lady's constant looking back

happened last time. If he so much as

any mistakes, especially not from him. We must be fully prepared and keep this under wraps. No one must catch wind of this!"

to that, his life is over anyways. Serving our cause would be his honor!" Mayor Thompson hissed, pushing

His eyes gleamed with greed, a long-awaited moment finally

was abuzz, and Vivienne felt the constant surveillance. It wasn't merely being watched; it

played on Vivienne's lips

settled and Mayor Thompson returned from the secret base, he was greeted by his own people

Healer's preparation?" Despite his smile, there was no warmth in his eyes, giving him

Wood ignored him, "You think I can cure a poison instantly? You were the one who insisted I stay, and now you're impatient after

Vivienne by his side, Logan didn't care about offending

far from angry at Logan's words, chuckled, his gaze

your apprentice?" he sneered, as several men

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,

agonizing pain, glared at Vivienne, "What

even open her mouth, Logan stepped in, his tone firm, "She's my apprentice. Overlooking her is overlooking

not waste any more time

QUMS

to take Vivienne

"The townsfolk, for some reason, have all started vomiting out of nowhere. Some have even passed out cold!" With that announcement, the village plunged into