The Million-Dollar Heart novel Chapter 599

As they chatted, the pair arrived at the meeting spot.

Griffin was waiting outside, and upon spotting the duo, she bounded over with earnest warmth.

Being the daughter of the Martinez family, Griffin was inevitably a bit biased toward her own kin.

Her complete trust in Vivienne and Percival was undeniable; otherwise, she would not have collaborated with Vivienne on developing a new bomb detection device.

Griffin's role was pivotal in arranging for Stellan to come out for this meeting.

"Vivienne, my dad came alone, without the company's legal team. You guys got this," Griffin cheered, pumping her fist in encouragement.

Vivienne understood. Stellan's choice to come without his lawyers meant he was not planning to finalize anything today.

He knew that relying on the Vanguard Agency would ultimately spell trouble for the Martinez family.

The Martinez family was an ancient warrior lineage that came out of seclusion, but they lacked venerated elders like those in the Perez family. It was only Stellan keeping up appearances, along with Griffin, who was a rare prodigy in the arms industry.

This was the only way the Martinez family could maintain their status.

But this recent incident, almost costing them Griffin, was a clear sign that someone was targeting the Martinez family.

If they did not adapt, the road ahead would be rocky indeed!

Inside the café, Stellan sat at a table, exuding a casual vibe in his leisurewear, quite the opposite of Vivienne's expectation of a suit and tie. His demeanor, though relaxed, carried an air of authority that demanded respect.

Griffin let go of Vivienne's hand and led the way, introducing, "Dad, this is the Vivienne Hawthorn I told you about, and her husband, Percival Ellington."

Stellan stood up, his face breaking into a warm smile as he extended his hand, "Mr. Ellington, Ms. Hawthorn, a pleasure to meet you both."

Percival shook his hand. "Mr. Martinez, it's good to meet you."

With pleasantries exchanged, they all took their seats.

Griffin, knowing her place, stayed quiet and busied herself with coffee for everyone.

Stellan broke the ice. "I've always heard from Griffin how well Ms. Hawthorn has looked after her. I apologize for not expressing my gratitude sooner."

Vivienne smiled. "If anyone should apologize, it's me to you, Mr. Martinez. My junior did something regrettable to your family, and I failed to guide him."

Stellan waved off the apology. "I've known Leopold since he was a boy. He might be a bit headstrong, but he's a good kid. No blame lies with him."

Although Stellan rarely made public appearances, sending Griffin out to make contact with Leopold’s family meant he was well-informed about them.

Considering his daughter had been chasing after Leopold for years, it was impossible for him not to know the young man well.

Vivienne could tell from Stellan's words that he held Leopold in high regard.

It seemed that Leopold had already won the favor of his future father-in-law.