Once doormat Now Untouchable Novel

----Chapter 631 It was not only Sydney who sensed something unusual. Agathafelt it as well.At first, when the Huttons arrived bearing so many gifts, sheassumed they had come to thank Sydney for treating Florence'sleg,But the longer she listened to their tone and careful phrasing, themore unsettled she became. This did not feel like a simplecourtesy visit.It felt more like a young woman's family visiting her future in-laws to show goodwill and support.The thought startled Agatha, though it also pleased her. TheHuttons treated Sydney with genuine sincerity.The relief lasted only a momentElizabeth studied her for a while before smiling. "How is yourhealth? Ray said you sprained your ankle not long ago."Agatha took it for casual conversation and returned the smile. "Itwisted it by accident. It's almost—"Elizabeth slapped her thigh. "Oh dear, that will not do. A spraintakes a hundred days to heal completely. At our age, we must be----extra careful.”Her concern sounded heartfelt. Before Agatha could respond,the older woman glanced at Sydney and continued, “Sydney ispregnant. You must be busy taking care of her. That may slowyour own recovery.”She paused for effect, then smiled again. "How about this? LetSydney move to Seraph Villa for a while. We have plenty of idlehands at home. We can take turns caring for her.”Agatha stiffened. 'So that's the real purpose of the visit.Sydney blinked in surprise and instinctively looked at the rest ofthe Hutton family. She knew Florence cared for her, but this levelof enthusiasm from Elizabeth caught her off guard.Was it only Florence's idea, or did everyone share it?As her gaze swept across them, the entire Hutton family lookedback at her in unison.Florence's heart softened at the confusion on her daughter'sface. "It depends on you. Albus, Elizabeth, and the three siblingsall hope you'll come stay."“Exactly.” Raymond seized the opportunity while Julian wasaway. "If you don't feel comfortable, I'll personally drive youback anytime."----At this point, brotherhood meant nothing to him. He wanted hissister home.Julian returned just in time to hear that line. His brows liftedslightly as he approached with a faint smile. "What are wediscussing?"He greeted the elders with polite composure.Under that glance, Raymond felt a flicker of guilt. Then hereminded himself that he was the brother-in-law now. There wasno reason to feel guilty.Adjusting his gold-rimmed glasses, he said calmly, "Mygrandparents, my parents, and the three of us would like Sydneyto stay at Seraph Villa for a while.”He invoked the entire family, every one of them either an elder ora sibling.Sydney did not know the truth of her identity, but Julian did, Eachperson present carried weight he could not ignore.Raymond assumed Julian would have no choice but to agree.Instead, Julian offered a small, almost helpless smile. "It's notthat I'm unwilling. | just walked Alan out, and he specificallyinstructed that Sydney avoid travel for now.”----Meeting Florence's gaze, he added evenly, "It's only a 30-minutedrive. But it's better to be safe."He paused before continuing with measured courtesy, "Howabout this? Once her condition stabilizes, I'll personally bring herover to stay with you for a few days.”