Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Chapter 13 Tiffany struggled to follow Sydney's train of thought. "Why would he agree? A divorce now would definitely hurt Hampton Corp." As CEO of a publicly listed company, a divorce would spark speculation. Shareholders would guess about splits and asset divisions. The stock price would take a hit for sure. Sydney smiled faintly. "You'll see." "All right. As long as you have a plan, I won't worry. But if things ever get ugly between you and Caleb, just say the word. I'll step in for you," Tiffany said. Sydney shook her head lightly. "Don't worry.

Caleb isn't that graceless." If the scandal hadn't erupted online, she would still be at a disadvantage. But now the power was hers. Even if only to protect Penelope's reputation, Caleb would agree to the divorce. It would not end in a messy fallout. Tiffany had a client to meet. After a few quick reminders, she was ready to leave. Before getting in the car, she remembered something. From the passenger seat, she pulled out a wrapped gift and handed it to Sydney. "Merry Christmas, babe! I'm off!" Sydney smiled. "Merry Christmas.

Drive safe!" She did not turn back inside until Tiffany's car disappeared from view, gift in hand. Nancy was setting dinner on the table. "Ms. Wilson, dinner's ready." "Coming." As she answered, Sydney ran into Penelope and Timothy coming down the stairs. The mother and son wore carefully coordinated Christmas outfits, radiating smug superiority. The way they looked at her felt like the gaze of victors surveying a loser. Timothy wriggled free from Penelope's hand and bounded down the steps. He stuck out his chin, smug as ever. "Nyah nyah!

me out for 1/3 Sun 24 Aug Chapter 13 dinner! You're just a lonely woman left at home! Pathetic!" 91% +15 BONUS His eyes lit up at the sound of a car pulling into the driveway. He grabbed Penelope's hand and dragged her toward the door. "Hurry,

walked away calmly and unhurriedly. Penelope blinked, stunned for a moment before the meaning sank in. Her face darkened with rage. What the hell was that supposed to mean? Was she implying Sydney wouldn't live long? That this would be her last Christmas? Just