The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

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Chapter 317

Nobody said a word

It was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop

The man took a while to digest the situation. “Are you pulling my leg?”

Was he negotiating a deal with the man who wanted him dead?

This guy must be out of his mind

“Do I look like I’m joking” Percival retorted

The man’s anger flared up You’re insulting my professional integrity!

With that said, he lunged towards Percival

Just as he was about to reach Percival the latter’s voice echoed 300 million”

The man halted abruptly while grinding his teeth 1 am an assassin with professional ethics!

“500 million

“Money can’t buy me

“One billion!”

“Deal!”

The assassins behind him were dumbfounded

What just happened

Did he just betray them?

Percival chuckled. That was more like it.

Money could solve most problems.

Vivienne’s way was indeed effective

It saved him the trouble of getting his hands dirty

“When will I get the money? The man looked at Percival

“Give me your bank account details

The man immediately provided his account number.

Upon seeing the specific amount on the transfer notification, the man burst into laughter.

“Boss, are you really going to take this money? What if our organization finds out One of his

subordinates cautioned him.

Before he could finish, he was silenced by the man’s slap. “Are you daft?! How much can we earn from

the organization? We have one billion here. We could divide it, live off the grid get mamed, and have

kids. Why should we live on the edge?”

Hearing this, Percival nodded. “Smart guy”

The man grinned “Sir take care! Feel free to contact me if you need anything!”

Percival was a bit taken aback. This man sure switched allegiance quick.

“Oh, and since you we given me one billion, I’ll let you in on something. The person who put a price on

your head is from the Ellington family, a woman” The man thought for a second. “I think her name is

Fiona Ellington?”

It was Fiona?

Damn it!

Percivals eyes narrowed. Noted

With that, he turned and left

After he left the assassins huddled together

“Boss, are we really betraying the organization? You know their capabilities, even if we have money, we

won’t live to spend it

“Yeah boss, maybe we should just return the money, carry out the task, and report back”

The man glared at them You don’t understand Do you really think we can kill him?”

“We are among the top assassins in the organization, how cant we kill one man? One subordinate

retorted.

Did you only see him alone? Or did you notice the thirty skilled men around him? And the five snipers?

The man said gravely

When he lunged at Percival earlier, it wasn’t the money that made him stop, but the hidden snipers be

spotted

His seasoned instincts as ani assin told him that there were others lurking in the shadows.

So, while talking to Percival, he deliberately scanned the surroundings

At least thirty men were hiding and those were only the ones he was meant to notice Otherwise, he

wouldn’t have followed Percival all this time without noticing anyone tailing him

in that moment, he understood Killing Percival was going in be tough

So he decided to take the money and leave since he couldn’t complete the task

“WHAT?” The assassins were taken aback “How did we not notice anyone following him?”

The man glanced at them “Do you think we can kill him if he didn’t have anyone protecting him? Three

groups of assassina have failed before us. Isn’t that enough evidence

of how tough he is? Now, stop talking and let’s get out of here We need to prepare new identities and

start a new life before the organization finds out”

Chapter 317

Elsewhere

Percival’s car stopped outside the Ellington family’s residence, and a man emerged from the shadows

He approached Percival and respectfully said, “Percival, we’ve confirmed it was Fiona Both the

Emerald Monastery incident and this one were her doing. As for the previous attack on your car, we’re

still investigating

Percival, with his hands buried in his pockets and an icy expression his face, replied. Tooks like

someone’s getting impatient”

“Do you want us to deal with it? The man asked.

“No need” Percival responded coldly Tl handle it myself”

The next day

Vivienne along with Donan, Cordelia, and Thaddeus visited the Ellington family

Upon receiving news of their arrival, Richard had his servants prepare the finest tea

As they entered the room, Richard greeted them. “Ah, Dorian, come, sit

Dorian and Cordelia greeted him in return “Sir, long time no see”

Richard paused and looked at them quizzically

Donan felt puzzled by Richard’s gaze and asked, “Why are you looking at me like that, sir?

Richard snapped out of his thoughts and said earnestly. “Dorian, even though Vivienne has returned to

the Brooks family and we now permanently reside in don’t see each other often, but that doesn’t mean

we should become strangers

Dorian was perplexed. “What do you mean by that, sir? I’ve always considered you a family elder, how

could I become a stranger to you?

“But why are you calling me sir? Richard feigned annoyance “Didn’t I tell you before we moved to

Riverwood that there’s no need for formalities between us? You can simply call me Richard It’s not

been long, and you’ve already forgotten?”

Donan was taken aback but quickly realized his mistake Tapologize My memory has been quite bad

recently. I’ve been very busy and haven’t seen you for a while, so i didn’t react in time Richard, I’m

sorry it was my mistake!

“That’s more like it” Richard finally broke into a smile “Come on in, I’ve had some premium coffee

prepared especially for this occasion. But no matter how costly if is, i still find the coffee from your

kitchen more delightful!”

Cordelia laughed “You’re too kind, Richard That coffee beans are just a cheap variety I picked up at the

supermarket. If you like it, I can always get more next time.

Richard’s expression faltered, and a wrinkle formed on his forehead. I thought you said those coffee

beans came from your family splantation”

Cordelia stiffened slightly before laughing it off. ‘Oh, I must have forgotten which one I actually served

you.”

Richard gazed at her intently for a moment but chose not to comment further

While the adults were chatting, Isolde made her way to Thaddeus, grinning from ear to ear. “Hi

Thaddeus.”

Thaddeus greeted her back with a rare smile. “Hey. Miss Isolde

Isolde reached out to grab Thaddeuss hand while her voice sounded chirpy and sweet. “Leopold gifted

me an anime figurine recently Thaddeus, come see it.

“Sure The two children, hand in hand moved towards Isolde’s room

After a round of small talk Cecilia called everyone to the dinner table

Richard took the head of the table, and Cecilia sat to his right.

Donan and Cordelia occupied the seats to his left

Percival and Vivienne were seated next to Dorian

Thaddeus and Isolde were at the end of the table

Since the dinner was meant for Dorian, the other branches of the Ellington family weren’t invited.

Percival’s father, Nathan, couldn’t make it back due to some business al the company

As the meal began, Dorian picked up a piece of spicy ribs from his plate and placed it into Vivienne’s

bowl “Vienne, your favourite spicy ribs. Eat up.

The atmosphere turned a bit awkward instantly

Richard and Cecilia exchanged puzzled glances

Percivals long, deep set eyes lifted slightly as a cryptic look adorned his face

Even little Isolde her eyes blinking in confusion, seemed perplexed

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