The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 1102

Chapter 1102

Vivienne snorted with laughter, clearly amused by the absurdity of the situation.

Mayor Thompson, infuriated by her reaction, pointed a trembling finger at Vivienne. "What's so funny?"

His shaky finger waved uncomfortably in front of her, making the whole scene rather unpleasant.

Vivienne casually waved her hand in front of Mayor Thompson, and the next moment, as if by magic, he found himself kneeling on the ground.

His eyes nearly popped out of their sockets as he stared at Vivienne, utterly baffled by the turn of events.

Was the apprentice of the famed Thousand-Hands Healer really this powerful?

Just when the villagers were starting to suspect Vivienne, Logan, with just a glance from her, stood up.

"Pick on someone under my protection, and you're asking for trouble!" Logan declared, his presence commanding enough to instill fear in many.

Vivienne's lips curled up slightly as she turned her attention to Mrs. Thompson, the mayor's wife. Her calm demeanor at this stage suggested she was no ordinary woman.

Sure enough, Mrs. Thompson approached them gracefully. "What is the meaning of this? A healer is expected to show compassion. Surely, this is not the way, Thousand-Hands Healer?"

"All these people have been poisoned, and we've been tirelessly searching for a cure in our yard. Where would we find the time to poison them?" Logan retorted with a scoff. "You accuse us first and then dare to harm my apprentice. Isn't that a slap in my face?"

Mrs. Thompson, caught off guard by Logan's point, quickly changed her tune. "Oh, we're just concerned about everyone's well-being. Luck Village has been peaceful for years, and now suddenly, we're seeing mass poisoning cases after your arrival. It's only natural to have suspicions. We hope you understand."

Logan was about to respond when Vivienne signaled him, leading him to change his argument. "Such widespread poisoning is likely due to everyday living conditions."

this poison, why not do us a favor and check on the others

his stance

you want?" Mrs.

Vivienne spoke

Thompson couple's faces registered shock. They were actually demanding fifty

watching from a distance,

eyes with Mrs. Thompson, her reflection

"Final offer, no bargaining."

to budge. The Thompsons exchanged glances, realizing

lot for a small village like ours. We'll need to discuss it and

gave Logan

it over. It's getting late, we'll be on our way," Logan said,

their makeshift lab, their team immediately resumed their positions, monitoring the situation. It

Mayor Thompson doesn't seem like a man of his word. Perhaps these people's

bother helping them?"

lips formed a sly smile. "It's no fun

in the monitoring

screens. "They don't seem like outsiders. Today's events were unexpected; none of our people saw them leave alone. Could we have been wrong?" Mayor Thompson couldn't shake off his unease, especially about Vivienne. "Fifty

tell them to start treating the villagers for poisoning tomorrow. And keep a close watch on them!" No sooner had Vivienne spoken

people for poisoning starting tomorrow morning. The fifty million will be transferred to you

We've already given a free demonstration today;

Logan's words had Mayor

If

him, he would've wiped them off the face of the earth by now.

the mayor's intense gaze, quickly agreed to pass along the message.

Thompson stepped out of the yard, his expression was stormy, a clear sign that dealing with this master and student was going to be a thorn

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