The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 305

Once again, Mila had the audacity to stir up trouble with Vivienne, and Scott had had enough. Now she

even wanted to throw slaps in the Brooks household. He wondered who gave her such nerve

“Scott, it was Kala who provoked me. I just

Brooks family You must believe mel

Tears welled up in Milas eyes as she spoke “You know I would never ignore what you say Whatever I

do is for you and the

Mila was sobbing uncontrollably, wishing she could melt Scott’s heart with her tears

Her strategy was obvious

Unfortunately, her dramatic display didn’t move a single soul in the Brooks household They all watched

her emotionlessly

“Ms Clark Scott issued another eviction order I don’t want to repeat myself Please leave

Kala, with her arms folded chuckled Ms Clark you seem to be crying pretty hard. Do you need some

eye drops? I have a ton in my room. They am guaranteed to make your ches more convincing

Kala was fed up with Mila’s theatrical antics Who did she think she was fooling?

Mila’s tears squeezed out, but Scott’s heart remained unmoved

Humiliated and frustrated Mila picked up her tea stained coat and left awkwardly.

After watching Mila leave the furrow in Scott’s brow finally relaxed He then turned to Vivienne, who was

sitting on the couch “Vivienne, are you

He had planned to be away for five days but he wrapped up his business in three and came home

early.

Upon his return, he found Mila creating a ruckus in the Brooks household. She was even trying to

assault someone

Mila’s constant disruptions were getting on his nerves, and her attempts to interfere in the Brooks

family affairs were unsettling.

The Brooks family didn’t need an outsider to make decisions for them. If Mila fantasized about being

the matriarch of the Brooks family, it was up to him to stop it

Vivienne glanced at him nonchalantly. I’m fine”

“Uncle Scott are you really going to marry Ms. Clark? Kala asked as soon as Mila left

Scott glared at her “Nonsense When did I ever say I was going to marry her?”

Due to the friendly relations between the two families and Milas good relationship with Paula, Mila often

visited the Brooks household.

It was clear to everyone what Mila was after, but no one said it out loud.

“Uncle Scott, if you re going to marry again, you need to choose a suitable wife. Especially character

wise. You need to be careful. Ms Clark has been treating the Brooks residence like her own She comes

and goes as she pleases, and she is always picking on Vivienne. Such a person is not suitable to be

the matriarch of the Brooks Scott didnt say much as a response, he only said. “‘ll handle it.”

While this statement was directed at Kala it was also meant for Vivienne

Ever since Vivienne returned home, she had been keeping her distance from him

Although she never said it. Scott could feel that Vivienne was different from the other members of the

Brooks family. She had her own thoughts and was hiding many

secrets

“That’s good” Kala nodded and smiled as she linked arms with Vivienne. “I can rest easy for Vivienne

then.”

“By the way Scott looked at Vivienne. The time we had your reunion banquet, your foster parents didn’t

come. Let’s arrange a time to have dinner with them soon.

“Okay” Vivienne responded indifferently

Dorian and Cordelia were supposed to attend Vivienne’s reunion banquet, but they didn’t show up that

night

She called Dorian many times and even sent Matthew to look for them Before Matthew could find them,

Dorian called

He said they had something urgent to attend to and couldn’t make it to the banquet. They told her that

they would visit her another day.

But after so long Donan hadn’t called and she wondered what he was busy with

It had been a while since she left Havenwood and she wanted to see Dorian and Cordelia

However before she could call Donan called first

They had frushed their business and wanted to have dinner with her So they agreed to meet the next

day at noon

Vivienne didnt invite Scom She went to meet them alone

They met at a private restaurant

Astrid, who had mentioned transferring to Riverwood for work, was also there

After not seeing Vivienne for a while, Donan looked at her with concern

Cordelia held her hand as tears welled up in her eyes. “You have no idea how worried your father and I

have been. Vie were afraid that you’d be bullied in the and that youd bear if all aloræ

Donan nodded in agreement “You te always so stubbum i wouldn’t have missed your banquet

Astrid laughed at her parents reactions. “You two are so ramatic. How

treasure”

“What was the urgent matter that made you mad the banquet? |

r problema, let us

mestreated by the Books family? I’m sure the Brooks family treats her he

“One of Dorians old friends fell senously ill We went to see him une last time Cordelia Ap

Cordelia held her hand while looking at Dorran with a sense of sentiment Life can be so unpredictable.

Your dad is also upset. Losing such a good friend so suddenly in very hard we helped with the

arrangements, and it took us a few days‘

Donan bowed his head and covered his face with his hand, as if he didn’t want to discuss this

heartbreaking matter “Who could have foreseen.”

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“Dad please don’t be so sad.” Astrid handed over a tissue as her face also filled with sadness.

“Let’s not talk about this anymore.” Vivienne passed over the menu. “You guys look at what you want.

Just order anything”

“Of course we should choose what you love! Dorian and Cordelia still put her first, insisting on choosing

what she liked

“All right” Vivienne nodded and then propped up her chin “Then help me order some tangy BBQ ribs

and a mango mousse cake for dessert. Anything else is up to you” Dorian and Cordelia would always

agree to unconditionally eat whatever Vivienne wanted to eat. They then humedly called the waiter to

place their order.

They even specifically asked for the BBQ ribs to be made tasty

The waiter left to fulfill the order and the four continued their casual conversation, which naturally

turned to Astrid’s work

“Astrid, have you transferred to Riverwood while still being in charge of the same work?”

Im sorry, Vivienne My work is confidential, so I can’t say too much” Astrid explained with a sense of

regret “When there’s a chance, Fll tell you more!

If she wasn’t willing to discuss it, Vivienne didn’t want to force the issue and just took a leisurely sip of

her coffee

“Vivienne Dorian rubbed his hands as he glanced at Cordelia and then looked at Vivienne “Actually, we

came here with another purpose as well Donian hesitantly said “Cordelia and I don’t have many friends

in Riverwood, and this time we came especially to see you Could we possibly stay at the Brooks

Mansion for a few days?”

Upon hearing this, Cordelia pulled at Donan, whispering in reproach, “We could stay at a hotel. You

can’t ask for such a thing. It’s putting Vivienne in a difficult position” Dorian was momentarily at a loss

for words, but he still looked at Vivienne and continued speaking awkwardly. “You know our relationship

with the Brooks family hasnt been good. We’ve had little contact over the years I wanted to take this

opportunity to resolve past grievances and have a good talk”

“Vivienne, I know this is a tough request.” Astrid also chimed in “For my dad’s sake, could you do us

this favor?”

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