The Million-Dollar Heart (Percival and Vivienne) novel Chapter 368

Vivienne cast a derisive glance at Judith, a sneer etching the corners of her lips. "Judith, do I need to remind you that my mom has only one daughter?"

Judith's face turned a shade of ashen fury.

That was why her attitude towards Vivienne had turned frosty since she learned that Calista was Scott's daughter.

Vivienne was the proverbial ungrateful brat. No matter how kind they were to her, how much they poured out their hearts, she always took their kindness for granted, mistaking their genuine concern for meddling interference!

She always acted like she did not give a hoot about the Brooks family.

At first, Judith tolerated Vivienne's insolence because she owed her life to her. But now...

Scott was not only Calista’s father!

Since Vivienne did not cherish their goodwill, then it was time to lavish all their affection on Calista.

Vivienne gave Judith a sidelong glance, her gaze finally settling on Calista. With a tone of indifference, she said, "Don’t call me family anymore. You don’t deserve it."

With those words, Vivienne turned on her heel, ready to leave.

Calista, teeth clenched as if nursing a deep grievance, called out, "Vivienne, if you keep this up, the Brooks family won’t be able to put up with you anymore."

"Oh, really?" Vivienne's gaze flicked to Scott. "Mr. Brooks, are you going to throw me out?"

Scott fell silent for a moment before saying, "I won't throw you out."

Vivienne's lips curled into a faint smile, and without another word to them, she entered her room.

Once in her room, she pulled out her phone and made a call.

"Vivienne." The voice on the other end greeted, laced with a hint of warmth.

Vivienne poured herself a glass of water, took a sip, and then said, "Calista’s been brought back."

There was a brief pause on the line before Percival responded in his typically measured tone, "It seems someone has grown impatient."

"The virus lab of Mr. B hasn’t been found yet," Vivienne stated coldly.

"There haven’t been any new reports of missing infants recently. Their experiments must not have started. Don’t worry. I will do everything in my power to save those children." Percival assured her, his voice tinged with gentleness.

Vivienne nodded, "Good, I’ll leave Vanguard Agency to you. I’ll find the people.”

"Will do."

In the Brooks Mansion's grand hall, Scott looked at Calista, well aware of the humiliation she had endured. He swiftly suggested, "Since yesterday was a misunderstanding, let’s throw you another welcoming party."

"Thank you, Dad."

Calista had been waiting to bring up the subject, but Scott spoke first. Naturally, she accepted, seizing the opportunity to clear up the misunderstanding from the previous day.

As long as she could restore her reputation, Calista still had a chance with Percival.

What did it matter if it was all an act?

They were currently in a broken engagement.

The Brooks family urgently needed this event to vindicate Calista’s honor. Considering that the decorations from the previous night had not been completely taken down, they simply made some adjustments and sent out invitations for the elite to attend Calista’s belated reunion feast.

The socialites were all too aware of yesterday’s fiasco and were curious about another reunion party so soon.

Judith had clarified that the entire Brooks family must attend Calista’s party, but Kala was far from pleased.

Now, watching Calista dressed even more lavishly than the day before, she grew increasingly envious. "How many times has this been? How many illegitimate daughters does the Brooks family have tucked away?"

Her words were dripping with sarcasm.

Calista was nearly beside herself with rage upon hearing them.

One by one, they all seemed to give her a hard time for Vivienne’s sake.

What was so great about Vivienne?

She was Kala’s cousin, too.

Why could Kala not stand up for her just once?