Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Chapter 159 Julian's dark eyes locked on hers . " Caleb wouldn't even agree to this ? " " I haven't asked him yet , " Sydney replied . " Then why ask me ? " Sydney froze . Only then did she realize she still trusted Julian more than anyone else . She had spoken without weighing her words . Seeing his unchanged , distant expression , she clenched her palm . " If you don't want to , then forget it . " If he refused , no one could force him . Back in her apartment , her gaze stayed fixed on the clock .

She stared until her eyes burned and emotions reached a breaking point , then suddenly grabbed her phone and dialed Alan . The call connected . The plane had landed safely . Her voice rushed out , a mix of shock and relief . " Alan , did Johnson pick you up ? I need to ask you for a favor- " " Syd . " His voice was breathless , urgent . " The flight landed early . We took a cab ourselves . There was an accident on the way . Eliana is badly hurt , and we're headed to the hospital now . " So this was what they meant by , " When it rains , it pours . " Sydney shot up from the couch . " And you ?

Are you okay ? What about her ? Does she need- " " I'm fine , " he cut her off , knowing her too well . " Don't worry . Don't come . By the time your visa's sorted , she'll likely be discharged . ' " But- " " Do as I say . When we return , you can come see her at the house . " " Alright . " She forced herself to calm down . He was right . She couldn't leave immediately anyway . " If either of you need anything , call me anytime . " Most assumed Alan was nagged by his wife , but Sydney knew better . His wife rarely controlled him . He loved her . Now was not the time to add to his burden .

the Sterling heir . In the end , the only one capable of intervening was Julian . Her heart was torn with indecision as she stopped at the entryway and dug her nails into her palm . She knew she should go to