The Million-Dollar Heart (Percival and Vivienne) novel Chapter 932

Vivienne was momentarily speechless.

Was Mr. Wolf really in such a hurry to marry her?

Arthur was adamantly opposed, “No way, marriage is a big deal. Just because you say you're ready in two months, who knows if you're just saying that to trick my daughter into going along with it…”

Percival, “…”

Arthur, if you've got a problem with me, just say it!

In this standoff, Sasha couldn’t side with anyone without being wrong.

All they could do was rely on Yorick to mediate, “Vivienne, it’s up to you. If you say yes, no one else’s opinion matters.”

Vivienne coolly replied, “I don’t care about the formalities, as long as I can be with Mr. Wolf.”

Arthur was fuming.

My dear daughter, I’m just looking out for you. We’ve finally reunited as a family, how can you just up and leave like this!

But the situation now was such that if he said another word, the delicate relationship he’d just repaired with his daughter might crumble instantly.

Yet, he couldn’t bear the thought of simply handing his daughter over to someone else.

“No, I need more time to think.”

Vivienne rolled her eyes at him in disbelief.

Was her marriage not her own decision to make?

Percival smirked, “Arthur, if it eases your concerns, I could even take your last name and join the Linklater family!”

This statement, predictably, shocked everyone present.

Even Yorick, who was presiding over the meeting, changed expression.

It wasn’t shock, though, but embarrassment.

Arthur’s spectacle at the Perez household had become legendary, with countless versions circulating.

Who didn’t know that the mighty War God, in an attempt to win over his future father-in-law, had humbly offered himself as a son, only to be unceremoniously rejected?

It was a major blow to the Linklater family’s pride.

Arthur thought, Petty much? I just voiced a couple of concerns, and this is how I get repaid?

Percival insisted, “I genuinely want to follow in my father-in-law’s footsteps!”

Arthur, “…”

Realizing his objections were futile, Arthur confronted Percival with the full force of his patriarchal authority, demanding, “I need to know what lengths you’ll go to for my daughter.”

His daughter deserved nothing less than the best.

Percival met Arthur’s gaze squarely, his expression serious.

“I will cherish her more than my own life. And everything I own will be hers. I know she doesn’t need it, but I want her to have that extra layer of security.”

Vivienne internally declared she needed nothing but her Mr. Wolf.

Arthur was somewhat appeased by Percival’s response. Years of experience had taught him that promises were cheap unless backed by action, especially given his daughter's unique standing.

He was well aware of Percival’s assets and influence, modest compared to his daughter’s but still considerable among his peers. That Percival was willing to commit his resources was a good sign.

Convinced he had no other option, Arthur turned to Sasha, seeking her support with a look that mixed reluctance and sorrow.

Sasha smiled, squeezing his hand gently, “Our daughter will still be part of our lives after marriage. We can see her anytime, and I trust Percival. Don’t you trust my judgment?”

Arthur had no response.

After exchanging a look with Sasha, Vivienne turned to Yorick, “Dad, let’s settle this matter. We should pick a date for both families to sit down and talk.”