Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Sydney maintains a calm demeanor despite the incessant ringing of her phone. She dismisses the calls with practiced ease, focusing instead on her friend Tiffany, whom she encourages to eat. Tiffany expresses concern about the potential anger of the Sterling family if Sydney doesn't answer her phone, recalling the torment they inflicted on her in the past.

Sydney, however, reassures Tiffany that the Sterlings won't act rashly for now, despite the pressure of the situation. Sydney reveals her intention to visit the Huttons to treat Raymond's mother, Florence, who has been dealing with a disability. This news shocks Tiffany, who remembers her past relationship with Raymond and the challenges his family faced. Sydney expresses her confidence in her healing abilities but also acknowledges the weight of the responsibility she carries.

The implications of her actions are significant; if she succeeds, it could shift the power dynamics with the Sterlings and provide a pathway for the new drug to enter the market. As Tiffany understands the stakes involved, she supports Sydney, urging her to thrive and not feel trapped by past relationships. Their playful banter lightens the mood, with Tiffany teasing Sydney about her romantic life, which brings a moment of levity amid the tension.

Sydney tries to maintain her composure, joking about the bad luck of crying in the morning, while also feeling the emotional weight of her situation. After Tiffany rushes out, Sydney is left alone with her buzzing phone, a smirk on her face as she continues to reject the calls. This act of defiance symbolizes her growing strength and determination to take control of her life and the challenges ahead, even as she prepares to step into the complex world of the Huttons.

The chapter captures a blend of friendship, resilience, and the intricate dynamics of family and expectations, leaving readers eager to see how Sydney's journey unfolds. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **Chapter 313** Sydney's face remained a picture of serenity, even as the phone continued to ring incessantly, a relentless cacophony that seemed to fill the room. With a practiced calm, she pressed the end call button and set the device aside, as if dismissing an annoying fly. "Eat up, Tiffany," she urged, her voice light yet firm.

how the Sterling family had tormented her friend flooded back, leaving a bitter taste in her mouth. When Sydney had first re-entered Eloise's household, she had been filled with a fierce determination to stand her ground. Yet, it had been a futile battle. That old witch, Eloise, seemed to harbor an unyielding hatred for her, and every attempt at defiance only fueled her cruelty. Sydney had learned quickly that resistance was

spoke. "Tiff, trust me, for now, they won't dare act rashly." "Why?" Tiffany asked, her confusion evident. "Sure, there was a celebration party, but the medicine hasn't even hit the market yet." As if to punctuate her words, Sydney's phone erupted into

"I'm going to treat Raymond's mother's legs." Tiffany's eyes widened in disbelief. "You can heal his mother?" she gasped, a mix of hope and astonishment washing over her. Memories flooded back to their university days when she and Raymond had been an item. His mother had already been facing the challenges of disability then,

of the situation settling heavily on her shoulders. The brief romance between Tiffany and Raymond had crumbled under the pressure of family expectations, and now Sydney was about to step into the complex world of the Huttons. Tiffany's understanding deepened as she pieced together the implications of Sydney's new involvement.

that moment, Tiffany could read her friend's thoughts as clearly as if they were written on a page.

eyes sparkling with encouragement. Sydney swatted Tiffany's hand away, a hint of moisture threatening to spill from her eyes. "Can you not get all sentimental? Crying first thing in the morning is just bad luck," she chided, her voice playful yet laced with