Once a Doormat Now Untouchable (Caleb and Sydney) novel Chapter 259

**Chapter 259**

The photographs displayed Sydney nestled comfortably in Caleb’s embrace, a scene that ignited a storm within Julian. His brow knitted together so tightly that it seemed he could easily crush a mosquito trapped between those furrowed lines. The silence that enveloped him was thick, almost suffocating, as he wrestled with his thoughts. After what felt like an eternity, he finally spoke, his tone icy and clipped. “What could possibly be wrong with her? She’s perfectly fine. Her only issue is that she ought to see a doctor for that lovesick brain of hers.”

Caleb had a way of summoning her back with just a flick of his finger, a magnetic pull that she seemed unable to resist.

At Julian’s biting remark, Elliot instinctively recognized the futility of pressing further. Anything he might say now would only serve to fan the flames of Julian’s ire. He wisely redirected the conversation. “What about those kidnappers?” he asked, hoping to shift the focus from the brewing storm.

“The evidence is solid. Hand them over to the police,” Julian replied, his voice devoid of any warmth.

A chill crept through the back seat, a palpable tension that made the air feel heavy.

Elliot ventured again, “And what about the rest? Are we not going to follow up on this?”

“Follow up on what?” Julian’s voice sharpened like a blade. “Whoever enjoys meddling can meddle to their heart’s content.”

Elliot fell silent, recognizing the futility of his inquiries. If this was merely meddling, why had Julian traveled halfway across the globe without taking a moment to return?

Meanwhile, Sydney’s revelation had left the private room steeped in an uncomfortable quiet.

Bruce exchanged uneasy glances with the others. They all felt the weight of unasked questions hanging in the air. How could someone so seemingly gentle on the outside bring forth the heavy topic of divorce with such calm finality?

Yet, it was not Sydney who owed them any explanations.

Already feeling the tension rise within her, Sydney stood abruptly. “I’ll go to the restroom,” she announced, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside.

The door swung open, then closed behind her with a soft click.

Caleb’s gaze lingered on the fleeting glimpse of her pale yellow dress as it disappeared through the door. Only then did he turn to face the wide-eyed stares of his friends, who were clearly taken aback by the gravity of the situation.

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