Once a Doormat Now Untouchable (Caleb and Sydney) novel Chapter 595

Chapter 595

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Chapter 595

Dorothy’s expression darkened, and her tone sharpened. “And what about you? If you drive her to death, will you finally be satisfied?”

*Drive her to death?* Caleb froze. “How could I ever think that?”

He had never wanted to push her that far. He would have treated her well. He wanted only one more chance between them. Even if she had asked for the moon, he would have tried to reach it.

“Then what have you been thinking?” Dorothy stared at him, disappointment and anger plain in her eyes. “If your grandfather were still alive, his cane would already be coming down on you. If you truly cannot figure it out, go kneel in the family hall. Stay there until you do.”

Over the years, compared to Lucas, the eldest grandson who had already passed away, she had always favored Caleb. She never imagined that someone so clear-headed could be this stubborn in matters of the heart, refusing to turn back until he reached a dead end.

If she had never known Sydney, she might have turned a blind eye and indulged him. But she did know Sydney. She knew how generous and proper that girl was. She had watched with her own eyes as Caleb’s marriage to Sydney unraveled step by step.

This was not Sydney’s fault. If anything, the Hampton family owed her.

How could she possibly stand by and do nothing?

This was the first time she could remember truly losing her temper with him.

Caleb stood there in a daze, almost unable to react.

Dorothy did not wait for him to move. She called sharply toward the house. “George, take Cal to the family hall. Watch him personally.”

Caleb did not resist. He only cast a glance toward the front courtyard. “About my mother going to the Huttons to

propose…”

“Don’t worry.” Dorothy took a sip of hot tea, her voice firm. “Unless you agree, no one is stepping through our

doors.”

As long as moral principles were not violated, she wanted nothing more than for her grandson to spend his life with someone who truly understood warmth and care.

When he had insisted on marrying Sydney despite the disparity in their family backgrounds, she had agreed without hesitation.

It was simply unfortunate that this wretched boy had not been blessed with such fortune.

Since childhood, Caleb had always been closer to his grandmother than Adeline. When he returned and went straight to Dorothy instead of seeking out his mother, Adeline found nothing unusual.

She waited in the front courtyard for a while. When he still did not appear, she left on her own for the gala that evening. Nothing mattered more than finalizing the engagement with the Huttons.

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Meanwhile, Julian returned to the hospital from Hampton Corp. He wore a black cashmere coat, his stride brisk. His sharp brows and cold gaze gave him an oppressive presence.

He entered the ward and paused when he saw only Alan and Marcus inside.

Marcus spoke first. “Mr. Sterling, are you looking for Syd?”

“Yes.” Julian wasted no words. He took the antidote from Elliot and handed it over. “Confirm whether this is the antidote.”

“The antidote?” Marcus’ eyes lit up as he accepted it. “Where did this come from? Is it reliable?”

“Eighty to ninety percent,” Julian replied evenly. “Confirm it first.”

Alan visibly relaxed. He understood Julian’s way of doing things. An 80% certainty from him was more reliable than most people’s absolute confidence.

Then Alan frowned again, his voice grave. “Logically, there should only be one antidote.” If this is the antidote, then the one Sydney went to get…”

The more he spoke, the heavier the implication became.

Julian’s expression hardened. “Who did she go to for the antidote?”

Marcus answered at once, “Caleb.”

When Sydney had answered the call, Marcus had been right beside her. He had clearly heard Caleb’s voice on the other end.

Julian’s eyes turned ice-cold. “Caleb? When did he call?”

“About half an hour ago. She left right after the call.”

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