The Million-Dollar Heart novel Chapter 1087

Vivienne gave a subtle nod, signaling him to wait, "Once the kids are out, we'll head off."

Connor flashed a slight grin, "No rush. You've just gotten back. Taking a day off before we head out wouldn't hurt."

Vivienne shook her head, "No need. Business is business. No one needs to wait on anyone."

A flicker of concern passed through Connor's eyes, his voice laced with a hint of flirtation, "All this back and forth, can your body handle it?"

Leopold, "..."

Was he invisible to this man?

Or did he think Leopold was just part of the scenery?

Trying so blatantly to woo his Vivienne, was he out of his mind?

If Leopold didn't speak up soon, was he supposed to just stand by?

"Cough..."

"Juliette, Isaiah, come out here, we have guests!"

Leopold emphasized the word 'guests'.

It caught Connor's attention.

He shot a cold glare in return.

Pfft, a mere outsider, acting as if he was someone special to Vivienne?

Instead of calling the kids, they ended up drawing Yorick out.

Seeing Vivienne return, the old man's face lit up with joy.

Noticing Connor by her side, the twinkle in his eye was unmistakable, "Connor's here, up so early and haven't had breakfast yet, have you? Stay and eat with us."

Connor nodded slightly towards the elder, "It wouldn't be proper for an outsider like me to impose for a meal."

Clearly, that comment was meant for Leopold.

But the old man just waved it off, "Outsider? You're practically family here. What's the harm in sharing a meal? Consider it keeping Vivienne company."

Leopold was taken aback.

Did he hear that right?

Those words came from Yorick!

No one besides Percival had ever managed to win Yorick over like this. What charm did this Connor possess to catch the old man's eye?

Vivienne quickly explained to the kids, then approached the elder, "Grandpa, we've got errands to run, we'll skip breakfast at home."

The old man watched them leave with a smile.

Having someone to look after Vivienne gave him peace of mind.

Leopold watched their departing figures, almost seeing red.

He had worked hard to help Vivienne move on from Percival, only to watch her possibly fall into another trap.

Not looking for someone exactly like Percival, but at least someone half as decent.

What was Connor compared to that?

He had literally taken bullets for Vivienne!

"Godfather, what are you staring at?"

Juliette tugged at Leopold's hand, looking up at him curiously.

To her, it seemed like he was possessed by a ghost.

His eyes were nearly glowing red.