The Million-Dollar Heart novel Chapter 261

Baron froze. He was visibly annoyed.

“What’s so special about that old codger Richard? He’s as ugly as a mud fence!”

Percival and Vivienne were truly at a loss.

Were these two geezers mortal enemies in a past life?

Did they love to hate each other in this life?

After seeing Percival and Vivienne hold their peace, Baron reluctantly waved his hand in irritation. "Go on then! That old coot is trying to steal my long-lost granddaughter."

As soon as he finished speaking, Judith chimed in hurriedly. "Should I have someone prepare a gift?"

"There's no need; I'll take care of it myself." Vivienne replied indifferently.

Judith paused and sighed.

She could clearly sense Vivienne's cold attitude towards their family.

After all, she had been left to fend for herself for over a decade, enduring countless hardships.

And with Paula's recent shenanigans since her return, it was only natural that Vivienne would harbor some resentment.

Judith felt helpless, knowing that all she could do was try to make it up to Vivienne over time.

After breakfast, Vivienne and Percival set out for the Ellington family’s mansion.

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The Ellington family’s mansion.

Richard's wrinkled face was alight with joy.

"Cecilia, prepare some good food and drinks. My darling granddaughter-in-law is coming to visit."

Upon hearing that Vivienne was coming, Cecilia looked like she was over the moon. She promptly instructed the servants to tidy up and prepare for her arrival.

The Ellington Mansion was soon buzzing with activity.

Upon hearing the commotion, Cathy sent a maid to find out what was happening.

"She’s just a country bumpkin? Why is the old man treating her like a treasure?!" Cathy scoffed.

Recalling the information provided by Paula and the billion-dollar stone, Cathy made a few phone calls, then left her room.

She hadn't gone far when she saw Cecilia orchestrating the servants in the living room.

Cathy paused. She remembered that Cecilia didn't think too highly of Vivienne or her family.

So why was she so enthusiastic now?

As she pondered, she approached Cecilia.

"Cecilia, did you know that our family unearthed an stone worth over a billion?"

Without giving it much thought, Cecilia simply replied, "Yes, I know. Vivienne discovered it."

Cathy was confused.

Why did Cecilia sound so smug?

She leaned in closer to probe further. "Did you know that Percival paid 30 million for it?"

Her own son, Paul, the eldest grandson of the Ellington family, didn't even have that much for his yearly allowance.

"Yes, I know. It's just 30 million. My son can earn it back."

Cecilia looked entirely unfazed.

Cathy's face turned green with envy.

"Percival's earnings are still the Ellington family's. The money was spent and it yielded a return, so it should belong to our family, don't you think?"