The Million-Dollar Heart novel Chapter 302

Carl had already been whisked away by the ambulance. He should be nearing the hospital by now.

Percival's gaze finally landed on Kala, but it only lingered momentarily before shifting back to Vivienne as his eyes showed a hint of concern.

"I'm Kala, Vivienne's cousin." Kala quickly introduced herself. She was surprised when she noticed that Percival's attention was hardly on her.

I mean, she was an Oscar-winning actress. Weren't most men supposed to be head over heels for her?

But Percival seemed indifferent.

Interesting!

"It's getting late." Percival's voice softened when he addressed Vivienne. "Vivienne, let me take you home."

Vivienne didn't refuse. On the contrary, it was Leopold who began grumbling and complaining.

"Typical! As soon as he sees Vivienne, he forgets about everyone else."

But he didn't have the guts to complain too loudly, fearing that Percival would ditch him like last time and trick him into eating a bunch of garlic again.

Soon, they arrived at the Brooks Mansion.

Percival dropped them off at the front door and left.

Kala watched his retreating figure, then turned to Vivienne as her curiosity piqued to max levels. "Vivienne, is your engagement to Percival of the Ellington family just a marriage alliance?"

Everyone knew that the alliance between the Ellington and Brooks families was a powerful combination for mutual benefit.

But having witnessed their interaction, she felt there was more to their relationship than just a mere business arrangement.

Especially since Percival’s and Vivienne's engagement was arranged before Vivienne disappeared. Their relationship seemed different from the rumors.

"Hmm?" Vivienne raised an eyebrow at Kala.

"He seems quite fond of you, and you don't seem to resist his affection." Kala's blunt assessment made Vivienne's eyes flicker slightly.

But she quickly regained her composure, and her usual calm demeanor resurfaced. "That's just your impression."

Her engagement to Percival was arranged by their elders. From the start, she never considered that their relationship would continue or that they would actually marry.

As their interactions increased, her attitude towards Percival changed. But she was still uncertain about their future together.

As of now, her main focus was investigating her mother's death. She didn't have the time or energy for anything else, let alone considering their relationship once everything was settled.

"My impression?" Kala looked at her, feeling puzzled.

Vivienne's eyes narrowed slightly, and a hint of curiosity appeared in her gaze. "You seem quite interested in Mr. Ellington and me."

Realizing the probing look in Vivienne's eyes, Kala quickly explained herself. "No, you misunderstood. I'm just curious because there are some unpleasant rumors about Mr. Ellington."

"Oh." Vivienne studied her for a moment longer before turning to enter the house.

Meanwhile, after receiving treatment at the hospital, Carl quickly returned to the Brooks Mansion.

His sneaky trip to the race and the resulting injuries were impossible to hide from his mother, Cheryl. The entire family knew about it.

Although Cheryl didn't destroy his beloved car, she was furious. She grounded him and locked up his car, forbidding him from racing again.

Carl resented the idea of not being able to race, but he hadn't forgotten one thing.

If it weren't for Vivienne's help in the North Peak race, he didn't know what would have happened.