Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Sydney struggles with her emotions as she confronts Julian, who has made a bold proposition to her. Despite her attempts to mask her anxiety with irritation, she demands to know what he wants. Julian's gaze lingers on her, and as he leans in to whisper something intimate, Sydney feels overwhelmed, her heart racing and cheeks flushing.

She is caught off guard by his audacity, struggling to comprehend the implications of his words and the expectations he places on her. As Julian suggests that he can teach her about intimacy, Sydney's panic escalates. She feels trapped in a situation that challenges her understanding of adult relationships. The realization that Julian wants her to take the lead in something so scandalous terrifies her, and she instinctively pushes him away, insisting that she doesn't know how to navigate such complexities.

Despite her protestations, Julian's calm demeanor and promise of guidance only heighten her embarrassment, leaving her feeling vulnerable and exposed. Amidst the tension, a voice from outside interrupts their moment, prompting Sydney to break free from Julian's grip. She fears being discovered and urges him to let her go. Julian's teasing response suggests that her silence might imply consent, further complicating her emotions. Just as she is about to respond, the door rattles, and she hurriedly steps out to confront Marcus, who has come looking for her.

His concern alleviates some of her anxiety, but the encounter with Julian lingers in her mind. As Sydney transitions from the charged atmosphere with Julian to the more formal setting with Marcus, she learns about a distinguished lady from the Hutton family, a powerful lineage that piques her interest. The mention of the Huttons, particularly Diana Hutton's rising influence, captivates her thoughts as she enters the lounge. There, she encounters a striking woman in a wheelchair, whose presence exudes quiet strength.

This new connection introduces a layer of complexity to Sydney's world, intertwining her personal dilemmas with the powerful dynamics of society. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 307** **Chapter 307** In an effort to quell the tumultuous storm brewing within her, Sydney raised her eyes, attempting to cloak her anxiety beneath a veil of irritation. "So, what exactly do you want?" she demanded, her voice steady but laced with an undercurrent of tension.

"Tonight." Julian's gaze lingered on her, his eyes meticulously tracing the contours of her radiant, flawless features. For a fleeting moment, a significant understanding flickered in his eyes, only to be quickly replaced by a downward glance. His lips brushed against her ear as he leaned closer, whispering, "You'll assist me personally in..." His breath, warm and tantalizing, caressed her skin, while his lips grazed her ear with a feather-like touch. In that instant, Sydney felt as though the very air had been stolen from her lungs.

she couldn't control. The notion that such audacious words could emerge from a man so poised, so impeccably refined, left her

saving Tiffany. If Julian desired her body, she could accept that. Better him than Victor-infinitely better. Yet, she had never fathomed that the dynamics between adults could be so tangled and perplexing. That night, when they had nearly crossed a threshold, she had been

impossible. As she attempted to break free, Julian's hand closed around her wrist with a gentle yet firm grip. "Not knowing is perfectly fine. I have experience. I can teach you," he said, his tone calm and collected as if he were discussing a mundane business transaction. Sydney's heart raced wildly in her chest. Who had asked for his

rendering her speechless. In conversations about other topics, she could hold her own against him, trading witty remarks with ease. But when it came to something as indecent as this, she felt utterly defenseless. "Sydney?" A voice, faint yet familiar, called out from outside, pulling her from her spiraling thoughts. She struggled even more fiercely against his grip. "Let me go! Someone's coming any

turn, his grip slackened. Julian's languid voice followed, "Silence counts as a yes." Who was being silent? Sydney opened her mouth to retort, but before she could form a response, the handle of the fire door rattled violently. Startled, she instinctively pushed Julian behind the door, smoothed

brow furrowing with concern. Marcus had harbored fears that something untoward might have occurred. Upon seeing her unharmed, he exhaled a sigh of relief. "Alan sent me to find you. He probably wants you to check on a lady's condition." "A lady?"

More importantly, Diana Hutton, Raymond's eldest sister, was rapidly ascending the ranks in both political and business circles, wielding considerable power and influence. As she followed Marcus into a lounge adjacent to