Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

the tension escalates dramatically as Caleb confronts Penelope about her decision regarding her pregnancy. Caleb's arrival is marked by a palpable shift in the atmosphere, as he demands to know why Penelope hasn't terminated her pregnancy. His menacing tone and intense demeanor leave Penelope feeling crushed and desperate, as she grapples with her emotions and the enormity of her choice.

Penelope's heart sinks as she admits to Caleb that she couldn't go through with the abortion, her voice breaking with vulnerability. The weight of her plea for Caleb to accept their child reveals her deep yearning for connection and love, contrasting sharply with Caleb's cold and contemptuous response. His harsh words cut deep, highlighting the emotional chasm that has developed between them, and Penelope's desperation only intensifies as she tries to reach him, pleading for understanding and compassion.

As Caleb's disdain for Penelope grows, he harshly rejects her emotions, suggesting that the child is already doomed because it comes from her. The confrontation escalates, leading to a physical struggle as Caleb drags her away, embodying the very cruelty Penelope fears. Her frantic pleas for him to recognize the child as his own are met with venomous rejection, revealing the depths of Caleb's anger and betrayal. Penelope's jealousy and rage surface as she accuses him of wanting a child with another woman, exposing the painful insecurities that plague her.

The chapter culminates in a moment of terror for Penelope as Caleb threatens her with violence, showcasing the power dynamics in their relationship. Her fear transforms into a twisted obsession with wanting to be part of the Hampton family, revealing her internal conflict and desperation to hold onto Caleb. Just as Caleb prepares to take her away, his mother Adeline intervenes, sensing the danger in the situation, yet Caleb's cold resolve leaves Penelope feeling trapped and hopeless.

The chapter ends on a chilling note, highlighting the suffocating weight of Caleb's intentions and the dire circumstances surrounding Penelope's fate. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 408** **Chapter 408** In an instant, Caleb's demeanor shifted, a storm brewing in his eyes. He entered the room with a purposeful stride, the atmosphere around him growing heavy, almost oppressive.

"You didn't get rid of it?" His voice sliced through the silence, low and menacing, like a judge delivering a verdict that would change everything. Penelope felt her heart drop. She froze, the bowl of soup she had been preparing slipping from her trembling fingers and crashing onto the table with a splatter that mirrored her inner turmoil. Her eyes, usually bright and full of life, now brimmed with tears, reflecting her despair. "I... I couldn't do it," she managed to stammer, her voice barely above a whisper. "Cal, I went to the hospital, I really did. But once I got there, I just...

of her emotions. Tears streamed down her cheeks as she reached out for him, desperation clawing at her throat. "We used to love each other so much. Can't you let me have this baby? Please, I'm begging you." The thought of losing the child felt like

couldn't give up your own life?" His words dripped with contempt, each syllable a reminder of the chasm that had formed between them. "Of course it's our baby!" Penelope cried, her grip tightening on his sleeve, her hands quaking with emotion. "No matter what, it's a life. It's innocent..."

forming between them. "Since you can't do it yourself, I'll help you." Before she could fully comprehend his intentions, he yanked her toward the door, an iron grip that left her breathless. Panic surged through her veins as the reality of his words sank in. More tears cascaded down her cheeks as she fought against him, her voice rising in a frantic plea. "No! Cal, please! This is your

come from someone as vicious as you." "Vicious?" Penelope felt her restraint shatter, her voice rising in pitch, fueled by a mix of anger and betrayal. "Then who isn't vicious, huh? You want a child from her instead? From Sydney?" The name felt like a dagger, twisting deeper into her heart. Her eyes blazed with jealousy, a fire igniting within her. "You think she's better

a trap, and Penelope had walked right into it, blind to the deception. The truth scorched her, leaving only bitterness in its wake. "She's just as cunning, but you still think she's pure and innocent. You're the fool, Cal. The biggest

echoing in the night, a thunderous command that sent shivers down her spine. With a swift motion, he shoved her into the car, gripping her chin with a force that made her gasp. His voice dropped

be the mistress of the Hampton family, convinced that as long as Caleb held power, the Hamptons would rise alongside him, and she would be at his side. Unfortunately for her, her tears stirred no pity within him; they only