Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

a pivotal moment from six years ago resurfaces, revealing the truth behind a tragic family betrayal. A stranger had provided crucial evidence to the police, leading to Victor's parents being wrongfully convicted of murder. Eloise confronts Victor, revealing that his cousin Julian orchestrated the entire scheme to eliminate his parents, all while positioning himself for power within the Sterling family business.

This shocking revelation leaves Victor grappling with feelings of disbelief and betrayal as he learns that Julian's actions were driven by a calculated desire for control. Eloise, once the undisputed leader of the Sterling empire, now finds herself in a position of weakness, forced to relinquish her power to Julian, who has rapidly expanded his influence over the company. Despite her capability to resist, Eloise recognizes that doing so would lead to the destruction of the Sterling legacy.

This realization brings a bitter sense of defeat, as she acknowledges her role as a pawn in a much larger game, one that she had underestimated. The emotional weight of this situation weighs heavily on her, highlighting the complexities of familial loyalty and ambition. Meanwhile, Victor's internal turmoil deepens as he processes the implications of Eloise's revelation. The betrayal by Julian, someone he considered family, shakes him to his core.

His confusion is compounded by the discovery that Julian's father was an illegitimate child, explaining the favoritism he experienced from their grandmother. This newfound understanding of his family's dynamics adds layers to Victor's emotional struggle, as he grapples with the loss of trust in those closest to him. In a parallel narrative, Sydney experiences a sense of liberation after receiving her divorce papers. This newfound freedom allows her to focus on her work, particularly a promising cancer drug project, which flourishes under her renewed clarity.

However, her professional success is interrupted when she encounters a luxurious Rolls-Royce outside her clinic, leading to an unexpected meeting with Eloise. The confrontation is charged with tension as Eloise questions Sydney about her divorce from Caleb, setting the stage for potential conflict and revelations in their intertwined lives. Overall, this chapter serves as a turning point for multiple characters, intertwining themes of betrayal, ambition, and the quest for personal freedom.

The emotional stakes are high as secrets are unveiled, relationships are tested, and the characters navigate the consequences of their choices in a world where trust is fragile and power dynamics are ever-shifting. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 225** **Chapter 225** Six years ago, a seemingly inconsequential moment transformed everything. Out of the blue, a stranger delivered a meticulously compiled chain of evidence to the police. It was as if the universe had conspired to bring the truth to light.

unseen force worked tirelessly behind the scenes, orchestrating events with a deftness that was almost chilling. Remarkably, within a mere five days, the case was resolved. Victor's parents found themselves convicted of murder, their lives irrevocably altered as they were sentenced to spend the rest of their days

down his spine, his heart racing. "Who?" he managed to stammer, confusion etched across his features. "Your beloved cousin," she replied, her voice devoid of warmth, as frigid as the winter winds that howled outside. "Julian was the one who unearthed that evidence and coerced the police into action. He had already sensed that something was

expanded his territory with alarming speed, and by the time Eloise began to comprehend the magnitude of the situation, Julian had seized control of more than half of Sterling Corp. For most of her life, Eloise had held the reins of the Sterling empire tightly in her grasp, but

a game she had underestimated. It was in this moment of clarity that she recognized the true nature of the beast they had nurtured within the confines of their own home. Victor's mind raced, his thoughts a whirlwind of disbelief and betrayal. "It

thought that it could be Julian, his own flesh and blood,

each piece falling into place with a disconcerting clarity. He had often wondered why his grandmother showered him with affection, while Julian seemed to perpetually fall short in her eyes. Now, at last, he comprehended the roots of that favoritism. Meanwhile, after receiving her divorce papers, Sydney felt an unexpected lightness wash over her. It was

After several days of relentless effort, she decided to grant her team a well-deserved day off, a rare moment

she wouldn't be racing off to the institute, she eagerly accepted every additional appointment that came her way. By the time she wrapped up her day and collected her bag, the clock was inching toward 4:00 p.m. Just as she made her way toward the exit, a nurse entered, a look of surprise on her face as she spotted something outside. "Dr. Wilson, there's

family," Sydney replied nonchalantly, grabbing her bag and striding toward the door. Jason emerged from the driver's seat, stepping forward to open the rear door with a polite nod. "Ms. Wilson, please." "Thank you, Jason," she said, her heart racing slightly. With a firm grip on her bag, she knew there was no escaping