The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 324

They scoured the entire Brooks residence

Isolde was worn out, yet there was still no sign of Thaddeus

“See,I told you, Thaddeus really is missing” Isolde slumped onto the sofa and looked at Vivienne with

wide, innocent eyes

Vivienne crossed her arms as her face took on a serious expression

Staying at the Brooks Mansion should have been the safest option for Thaddeus

The Brooks Mansion had a professional security system, and furthermore, she was around If anything

were to happen, they would know immediately

Yet even with all these precautions. Thaddeus disappeared without a trace:

As Vivienne was deep in thought her phone rang

After checking, she saw that it was an unknown number

“Hello”

She put the phone to her ear only to hear a harsh voice, which was clearly modified Vivienne, there’s

no need to look anymore. Thaddeus is with us now I won’t waste your time if you want to keep him

alive, you must give me 10 million dollars I want cash

Vienne raised an eyebrow Her eyes didn’t even flicker as she agreed. “Okay”

The caller seemed taken aback by her straightforward response He coughed before saying, ‘Good at

least you know what’s good for you

“But don’t even think about calling the cops If you do. I’ll make sure the kid pays

won’t call the cops. Vivienne replied calmly “But if Thaddeus is harmed in any way, I’ll make sure you

become well acquainted with death himself ‘

Ten million. 10 million, whatever amount was not an issue for her

Money was a small matter However, if someone dared to hurt someone she cared about, it wouldn’t

end with a visit from the cops

The person on the other end of the line felt a chill run down their spine but still feigned composure

“Have the money ready by the end of today I’ll tell you where to drop it

off later

The kidnapper had a pompous demeanor, making it seem like if their instructions were not followed,

Thaddeus might end up dead

have 10 million Vivienne replied casually “But you’re asking for cash. Even the bank needs time to

prepare that

While speaking she pulled out a second phone, and her fingers swiftly moved across the screen

The kidnapper paused then replied. Then by tomorrow! No more delays! I don’t care how you get it! But

I want to see 10 million in cash by tomorrow

After saying that they promptly hung up Vivienne glanced at the results displayed on her second phone

The tracking had failed. They had used a counter–tracking system, making it impossible to locate them.

It was a well–prepared plan

Vienne nodded thoughtfully it seemed that they hadn’t acted on a whim but had a detailed plan in

place.

Si Isolde sitting nearby, tugged at Vivienne’s sleeve anxiously Will Thaddeus be okay?

She didn’t quite understand the conversation over the phone, but from what Vivienne was saying, she

could sense something was wrong.

“Dont worry, he’ll be fine

If she said she could do it, she could do it. Those who dared to target Thaddeus were the ones making

the biggest mistake

“Vivienne

As Vienne was thinking her next move, Judith came rushing in with the house staff “There’s a ransom

note in our mailbox! It says they’ve got. Thaddeus.

for 10 million dollars

Winienne frowned A ransom note

A phone call and now a ransom note What was their endgame?

“Where: Thaddeus” is he really missing? This is a senous matter! We cant act rashly!”

Judith was genuinely womed Although Thaddeus wasnt a direct descendant of the Brooks family, he

was one of the people Vister

Her love for Vivienne extended to those around her Now that Thaddeus had encountered trouble at the

Brooks

Soon the rest of the family heard the commotion and came out of the rooms

“What i going on? A ransom note? Melissa and Timothy wieve the first down the stars. Their faces

were a mixture of shock member of the Hawthorn clan in such a blatant manner?

i cared most about

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He’s pal a kid. What a tertiden

Ashley and Cart Foliowed closely with Paula tretiny betivo. She went to Havenwood a few days ago but

hadn’t been abay to find Mariana

After returning to Riverwood she came to the Brooks Mansion

Unless Katara was found she wouldn’t let any person with the last name Brooka have peace

She walked slowly as a scutul look adorned her face He’s nothing but bas

and causing trouble for the farruly

Paula” Vienne watched her caldy but before she could say anything. Aath snapped. Thaddeus a

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drect descend adoptive parents now it’s her brother? This house is full of outsiders brought in by

vonerne?

Vienne hadn’t even revealed Dorian and Cordelias identities yet. They were phil residing at i brock

Mana

Even if they were not home at the moment, it didn’t stop futa from pointing fingers at

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“What’s this talk about outsiders Carl said dismissively and firmly took View’s side

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