Once a Doormat Now Untouchable (Caleb and Sydney) novel Chapter 749

Early the next day, Diana had just arrived at the office when she received a call from Joseph.

"Diana, are you free this weekend? Clara would like to take you to dinner." Joseph's tone was gentle, with a trace of caution.

"If there's something you need, just say it," Diana said.

"It's still about you and Leon. He hasn't had much of an appetite these past few days. You know Clara watched him grow up, so naturally it pains her to see him like this." Joseph broached the subject carefully. "So... Clara would like to have you over for a meal, just to see if there's still any chance to work things out."

"There's no chance left for him and me." Diana's tone remained calm. "The divorce agreement has already been filed. Once the cooling-off period ends, we'll get the certificate."

"I know, I know." Joseph hurriedly added, "It's just a meal, nothing more. Clara also wants to apologize to you. What happened with Helen before was our family's failure to handle things properly."

With the matter framed that way, Diana found it difficult to refuse. "Fine. I'll come by on Saturday."

"Good, good. Saturday at noon, then. I'll send the driver to pick you up."

"No need. I'll get there myself."

After hanging up, Diana rubbed the space between her brows. She could easily guess the purpose of the meal. It was nothing more than another attempt to change her mind.

However, she had never been the kind of person to look back.

Pushing the matter aside, Diana turned her attention to the day's work.

…

On Saturday morning, Diana changed into a suitable outfit and prepared to head out.

Florence saw her in the living room and set down the yarn in her hands. "Off to the Kingston family's?"

Diana nodded.

"Whatever they say, don't take it to heart," Florence cautioned. "Make your own decisions."

"Okay." Diana's voice was steady. "Don't worry. I know what I'm doing."

Florence nodded. "Go on, then. Don't stay out too long."

Because the Kingston Group's new project was located in Jouleston, Diana didn't need to make a special trip to Brimcrest.

The moment she stepped out of the courtyard, a black Maybach pulled up in front of her. The window rolled down, revealing a sharply defined face.

Taking the opportunity, Hugo asked, "Has Leon been to Seraph Villa lately?"

Diana kept her eyes on her emails and answered without looking up, "Not these past couple of days."

Hugo said nothing more, but he knew Leon would never give up so easily. He had never been the type to let go of anything without a fight. More importantly, what he stood to lose wasn't only his marriage, but also his position as the Kingston heir.

…

The car arrived at the Kingston estate in Jouleston.

Just as Diana was about to get out, Hugo suddenly stopped her. "Diana."

"Mm?"

"Whatever they say in there, you don't have to force yourself to endure it." Hugo looked at her earnestly. "If you want to leave, then leave. I'll take you away anytime."

Caught off guard, Diana blinked, then smiled. "Got it."

Hugo nodded, got out of the car, and walked inside beside her.