The Million-Dollar Heart (Percival and Vivienne) novel Chapter 889

Hailey's keen gaze swept through every member of the Linklater family, pausing only when she spotted Sasha. Her sharp eyes narrowed slightly, and she pointed at Sasha, "And who might you be in the Linklater family? I don't recall ever seeing you before."

Before Sasha could respond, Yorick interjected, "This is Sasha, the daughter of the Perez family from Sea City and Arthur's fiancée, my future daughter-in-law."

Hailey pondered for a moment, familiar with the Perez family of Sea City, and didn't dwell on it. With a frown, she asked, "So, you're from the Perez family. Are you and Arthur married then? How come you're living here before getting married?"

Arthur's expression darkened, "She's staying with the Linklater family. Do you have a problem with that, Aunt?"

Everyone in the Linklater family tended to give Hailey some respect, except Arthur.

He had never liked this aunt of his.

If it weren't for his grandfather's sake, he wouldn't have bothered greeting her today.

And with his wedding to Sasha on the horizon, he didn't want any unpleasantness to make things difficult for Sasha.

Hailey frowned, her tone displeased, "Arthur, what's this? As your aunt, can't I ask about your bride-to-be?"

Arthur replied coolly, "You can ask, but don't interfere!"

It was a clear warning to Hailey.

Narrowing her eyes, Hailey then turned to Sasha, a cryptic gleam flashing in her gaze.

Nodding slightly, she didn't pursue further, "I heard you have a daughter? I haven't seen her around. Hasn't she moved in with the Linklater family?"

This remark was somewhat intriguing.

Not knowing who Sasha was, but aware that Sasha and Arthur had a daughter!

Arthur and Sasha exchanged a glance, smiling but remaining silent.

Dracon watched the scene with schadenfreude.

For his brother's family, while Sasha might escape Hailey's meddling, Vivienne wouldn't be so lucky.

Everyone knew how much Hailey despised being slighted in matters of homecoming; she'd surely make life difficult for Vivienne in the family.

"Vivienne is resting. She was tired from the family reunion dinner last night. There will be plenty of time to meet her," Yorick suddenly said.

Though advanced in years, Yorick wasn't oblivious, especially regarding the incident where Dracon drugged him; that didn't mean he was foolish.

Dracon was his own son, and with none of his three sons previously having children of their blood, he was inclined to turn a blind eye.

But Hailey was another matter.

She had always had her way in the household, and he had previously held his tongue out of respect for her seniority.

But now that she was targeting Vivienne and Sasha, he wouldn't stand for it.

Dracon, standing by the old man, couldn't help but roll his eyes when unnoticed; the old man was clearly biased, always siding with his brother's family no matter what!

Despite Yorick's elaborate explanation, Hailey's dissatisfaction was evident, and she huffed, "Clearly, she just doesn't respect me, her aunt."

As if she hadn't heard Yorick at all.

Dracon smirked, enjoying the turmoil. Indeed, his aunt shouldn't let Vivienne off easily – it was time someone put that little upstart in her place.

Arthur bristled, "Quarreling with a child? At your age, you should be enjoying life, not meddling in matters that don't concern you."

Hailey's expression darkened, "Arthur, are you saying you're not happy to see me return?"

Arthur responded indifferently, "You're my aunt, of course, you're welcome."

"Then why is your daughter sleeping in on the day of my return? I merely mentioned it, and you respond with such hostility. As a younger member of the family, shouldn't she greet her elder? It's a significant event; her not showing up is disrespectful."

Before Arthur could reply, Hailey continued, "She's a Linklater, representing our family's image. Her lack of manners, how will outsiders view the Linklater family?"