Chapter 312

Vivian turned to Julian, her breath catching as she met his intense gaze. For a moment, she couldn't speak.

Then she arched an eyebrow. "And you? Were you serious about what you said?"

Julian's pulse jumped erratically. 'Why am I reacting like this?' He barely recognized himself.

He forced a smirk. "Dead serious. The moment I discovered you're Scarlet Phoenix, I regretted not marrying you four years ago."

Vivian laughed lightly. "The Blackwoods are quite prestigious. Would they accept a divorcee like me?"

Julian's expression darkened. "What's wrong with being divorced?" His voice turned sharp. "Any man who let you go was a fool. Marrying a divorcee like you would be any man's greatest fortune."

"But your family—"

"Won't object." Julian cut her off. "I guarantee they'll welcome you with open arms."

He leaned closer. "My grandfather worshipped yours. When he learns you're Arthur Lockhart's granddaughter, he'll have our wedding planned before sunset. The Blackwoods might not have valued you, but the Baldwins will treasure you."

Some tension left Vivian's shoulders. "Alright. I'll consider it."

Julian's grin turned boyish. "That's as good as a yes!"

The three-hour flight from Edinburgh to Newport City passed quickly. After chatting, Vivian dozed off, only waking when the plane touched down.

Julian suddenly looked uneasy. "Don't freak out, but my family can be... intense." He hesitated.

Vivian removed her sleep mask, blinking drowsily. "Hmm?"

He rubbed his neck. "Just... don't let it overwhelm you."

Vivian waved him off, following him off the plane without concern.

Then she froze.

"A little intense" was the understatement of the century.

Hundreds of drones filled the sky, forming the words "WELCOME LADY VIVIAN!"

Worse, the entire airport parking lot had been cleared for an army of soldiers who shouted in unison: "Welcome to the Baldwin family, Lady Vivian!"

Vivian shrieked, grabbing Julian's arm for dear life.

The soldiers began marching in formation, spears glinting, looking ready for war.

"What the hell?" Vivian gasped, clinging to Julian like a lifeline.