Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Caleb grapples with the emotional turmoil stemming from Sydney's revelation about divorce papers filed by his mother. His initial disbelief and anger manifest physically as he trembles while holding Sydney's hand, desperately trying to understand her calm demeanor amidst his chaotic emotions.

Caleb's plea for Sydney not to hurt him with her words reflects his fear of losing her, a sentiment that is met with her steady resolve as she informs him that the divorce papers are indeed real and in his mother's possession. As Caleb confronts the shocking reality of the situation, his frustration mounts. He recalls the moments when Sydney's composure had once comforted him, but now it feels like a barrier between them.

His yearning for a sign of vulnerability from her highlights his internal struggle; he is torn between anger and a deep-seated desire to reconnect with the woman he once knew. The contrast between his emotional upheaval and her calmness only intensifies his feelings of helplessness and confusion. The narrative shifts focus to Adeline, Caleb's mother, who is caught off guard by his call. Her guilt and denial about the divorce papers add another layer of tension to the unfolding drama.

Adeline's earlier intentions to confront Sydney are revealed to be misguided, as she underestimated Sydney's strength and resilience. The chapter builds to a climax as Caleb demands answers from Adeline, pushing her into a corner with his cold, unyielding tone. His need for clarity about his mother's actions signifies not just a quest for truth, but also a desperate attempt to regain control over his life and relationships.

Overall, the chapter encapsulates a moment of high emotional stakes, where Caleb's internal conflict and the dynamics between the characters set the stage for potential reconciliation or further estrangement. The weight of unspoken truths and the impact of outside influences create a charged atmosphere, leaving readers anticipating the consequences of these revelations.

Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You** **by Aurelia** **Novel 246** **Chapter 246** Caleb's fingers rested on the back of Sydney's hand, but they trembled ever so slightly, betraying the storm brewing within him. The weight of the moment pressed down like a heavy fog, thick and suffocating. After an excruciating silence, he let out a short, bitter laugh, as if he had just been served a cruel joke that twisted in his gut. "I know you're still furious with me," he said, his voice strained.

say things like that just to hurt me." The thought of divorce had never crossed his mind-not now, not ever. It was unfathomable to him that she could claim the divorce papers were already filed. He had always believed in patience, in the power of time to heal wounds. He was

gnawing unease spread through his chest, relentless like an incoming tide. Sydney, however, was not surprised by his reaction. A strange calm enveloped her; there was no urgency in her movements. She slipped her hand from beneath his, her voice light and airy, as if his trembling fingers were inconsequential. "You can ask your mother. She was the one who filed it. Your copy of the

so composed, a rock in the midst of his tempest. Caleb struggled to contain the irritation bubbling just beneath the surface, threatening to snap his already tenuous hold on control.

always in control. But now, as he searched her face, he realized how misguided that satisfaction had been. Where was the little girl who had once clung to his hand outside the hospital, tears streaming down her cheeks, unwilling to let go? His fists tightened at his sides, frustration coursing

for just the smallest flicker of emotion, but found only an unyielding mask. Finally, he inhaled sharply, spun on his heel, and strode toward the back courtyard, pulling out his phone with a sense of urgency. Even then, he barked a curt command to the bodyguards lingering nearby. "Keep an eye on her. Don't let her leave." As the call connected, Adeline's heart raced when she saw Caleb's name flash across her screen. It was

a fierce glare at Penelope, who was downstairs fussing over Timothy, and then forced her voice into a steady tone, despite the turmoil churning inside her. "Hello, Cal." She had sensed that Penelope's plan had crumbled when the woman staggered home that morning, soaked to the bone, clutching her son like a lifeline. Adeline had warned Penelope that if she intended to confront Sydney, she needed to do it cleanly and decisively. There was no need for

the highest order. Caleb's fury ignited like a wildfire. "When did you file the divorce papers for me and Sydney?" The moment he laid eyes on Sydney's calm, unflinching demeanor, he knew that her claim was likely true. He understood that his mother had the connections to make it happen without his knowledge. That was why he didn't ask if she had done it; he demanded to