Once a Doormat Now Untouchable (Caleb and Sydney) novel Chapter 557

**Chapter 557**

Diana had always envisioned the type of man she needed in her life—a partner who mirrored her background, possessed a keen intellect, and exhibited the discipline necessary to maintain a marriage rooted in respect and balance.

Yet, Leon fell short on the second count.

The nuances of his connection with Helen eluded her comprehension, and frankly, she lacked the inclination to delve deeper. The demands of her political career were already a relentless drain on her energy and focus. In her personal life, she cherished simplicity and transparency. Scandals born from impulsivity were anathema to her, and she expected the same level of restraint from her husband. Their union required mutual respect and dignity, a foundation she was unwilling to compromise.

Before they exchanged vows, she had made it abundantly clear: she would not intrude upon his private life, provided he upheld the boundaries they had established. Yet, Leon’s entanglement with Helen felt perilously reckless.

Diana had always approached her life as if it were a tower in the midst of construction. Deviations were unacceptable. Cracks were impermissible. Should she ever detect a fissure, she would address it with clarity and reason, even if that meant dismantling her marriage.

Thus, even though the divorce papers had yet to be officially filed, she had already made the announcement. Any chaos Leon stirred up afterward was no longer her concern. Most crucially, none of it would tarnish the Hutton name.

Her grandfather had high expectations for her, and she understood the immense weight that rested on her shoulders. Strengthening the family legacy was her priority; she would never be the one to drag it down.

As they drove, Nina, her assistant and long-time family friend, stole a glance at her in the rearview mirror. With a hint of hesitance, she ventured, “Ms. Hutton, have you genuinely considered the implications of the divorce? If there are lingering feelings, perhaps it would be wise to discuss things with Mr. Kingston before making a final decision…”

Nina had grown up on the Hutton estate, her parents having dedicated years of service to the family. After completing her college education, she had chosen to follow Diana as her assistant, fully aware of her commitment to the Huttons. Yet, she harbored a hope that Diana would also take her own feelings into account.

At times, Nina suspected that Diana’s heart was not entirely devoid of emotion for Leon. After all, no one could navigate life without feeling something.

Diana’s demeanor remained unwavering. “Nina, engaging in conversation won’t alter the outcome when someone struggles with sound judgment.”

As for any feelings she might have harbored, she had refrained from scrutinizing them too closely. Perhaps, at some point, there had been a flicker of something more. But with Helen’s persistent reappearance in their lives, she felt more convinced than ever that Leon’s judgment was fundamentally flawed.

A partner with questionable judgment was simply unacceptable. Feelings aside, her conclusion remained unchanged.

Nina paused, contemplating Diana’s words. “That’s true,” she finally conceded.

Leon was far too lenient with that secretary of his. What transpired behind closed doors was one matter entirely, but allowing a woman like Helen to intrude upon their lives repeatedly was simply unimaginable.

With her mind focused on returning to the estate and extracting the truth from the housekeeper, Diana did not allow herself a moment’s respite during the two-hour drive. The thought of uncovering Vee’s whereabouts propelled her forward.

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