Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Chapter 228

Sydney finds herself in a tense encounter with Julian, who is both infuriating and captivating. As she waits for Caleb, her anxiety mounts under Julian's intense gaze. Despite her attempts to maintain composure, the underlying dread of their unspoken agreement looms over her.

When Julian suggests she come upstairs, Sydney feels a mix of resignation and apprehension, knowing that refusing him could lead to further complications. Once in Julian's former quarters, the familiar surroundings evoke memories and unease. Their interaction quickly becomes charged, with Julian pressing her against the door, creating an atmosphere thick with tension. Sydney's frustration bubbles to the surface as she questions his motives, particularly regarding Caleb's secrets and the potential fallout from Eloise discovering her divorce.

Julian's teasing remarks only heighten her anxiety, as she grapples with the implications of her situation and the looming threat of being forced into a marriage with another heir. As Caleb's arrival draws near, Sydney's panic escalates. Julian's mocking demeanor, coupled with his unexpected suggestion that she consider him as a better option than Caleb, leaves her in disbelief. The absurdity of the idea weighs heavily on her, knowing that revealing such a relationship to Eloise would only worsen her circumstances.

Just as she contemplates her next move, Caleb's urgent knocking at the door intensifies her sense of urgency and desperation. In a moment of unexpected levity, Julian produces a piece of nostalgic chocolate, a reminder of simpler times and childhood comforts. This gesture momentarily distracts Sydney from the chaos around her, but it also serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of her relationship with Julian and the choices she must face.

The chapter ends on a cliffhanger, leaving readers eager to see how Sydney navigates the tangled web of emotions and relationships that surround her. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 228** **Chapter 228** Sydney averted her gaze from Julian's unwavering stare, feeling an unsettling knot tighten in her stomach. She inhaled deeply, attempting to cloak her anxiety with a facade of calm. "I'm waiting for Caleb," she replied, her voice steadier than she felt.

Julian, unperturbed by her discomfort, shrugged with a casual indifference. "You can wait as long as you like," he said, the corners of his mouth hinting at a smirk. "But let's not forget the terms of our little agreement." Her heart raced at his words, a mix of dread and defiance swirling within her. Seizing a fleeting moment when the maids turned their backs, she shot him a fierce glare, her eyes blazing with unspoken fury. Julian, clearly amused by her reaction, slid one hand into his pocket and sauntered toward the staircase with an air of nonchalance.

that sent a shiver down her spine. "By the way," he said, his voice smooth and deliberate, "why don't you come upstairs? I have something for you." The tone of his voice left no room for dissent. Refusal would only raise questions and

the familiar space stirring a mix of nostalgia and apprehension within her. "What is it?" she asked, her curiosity piqued despite her trepidation. "And

remained silent, Sydney, unable to bear the weight of the tension, snapped, "Why don't you go ask your grandmother?" She knew she couldn't reveal the

tinged with impatience. From downstairs, faint sounds hinted at Caleb's imminent arrival, and Sydney's heart raced at the thought. Julian, observing the flicker of anxiety in her eyes, allowed a slight smile to

might discover her divorce and, in a fit of indignation, push her into a marriage with the so-called fourth Wolfen heir. She had always known that divorce was not the ideal

for reading her. Then, unexpectedly, he posed a question that caught her off guard. "Have you ever thought that you

was almost laughable. 'Such modesty. Fears you more?' she thought, almost amused. 'Not perhaps. Definitely.' Raising an eyebrow, she challenged him, "You're suggesting I tell your grandmother I'm your mistress?" The very idea was ludicrous. In a family like Julian's, the one relationship every

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