Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Sydney is portrayed as an object of admiration among the elite, yet the reality is starkly different. Eric, who is disenchanted by Sydney's overtly revealing attire, is surrounded by friends like Jason and Eloise, who observe the tension.

Jason's whispers to Eric spark interest, but the atmosphere shifts dramatically when Penelope experiences a horrifying invasion of her personal space, leading her to realize Eloise's betrayal. Feeling betrayed, Penelope confronts Eloise about her involvement and the implications of their plan against Sydney. The tension escalates when Jason produces a stack of incriminating photos, revealing a decade's worth of secrets about Penelope. This moment leaves her feeling vulnerable and exposed, as she grapples with the weight of the information that could destroy her reputation.

The confrontation culminates in Penelope feeling small and trapped, her resolve wavering as she processes the betrayal. After the meal, Penelope is overwhelmed by nausea and disgust, yet she follows Eric out of the hotel, harboring a deep resentment towards Sydney for her role in the events. A phone call from Eloise further complicates matters, as she informs Penelope about Sydney's connection with the influential Hutton family, igniting Penelope's anger and determination to change her circumstances.

The mention of Madam Hutton stirs a mix of emotions, as Penelope plots to align herself with the powerful family to escape the Sterling family's grip. As Penelope returns to the Hampton estate, she encounters Adeline, who scrutinizes her appearance and questions her whereabouts. Adeline's disdainful attitude reflects her judgment of Penelope's past decisions, intensifying Penelope's frustration. Despite the tension, Penelope stands firm, asserting her role as Timothy's mother and her commitment to maintaining her dignity, even in the face of Adeline's accusations.

This chapter highlights Penelope's internal struggle, her desire for autonomy, and the complex dynamics of betrayal and ambition within her social circle. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 323** **Chapter 323** In certain elite circles, Sydney had been exalted by the young heirs, her beauty and figure lauded as if she were a celestial being, a pure and delicate flower gracing the earth. Yet, in reality, the woman standing before Eric was far from that ethereal image. She bore no resemblance to a flower at all.

Instead, her plunging V-neck dress seemed to reveal far too much, an outfit that screamed of cheapness and vulgarity, leaving little to the imagination. Eloise, sharp and observant, could sense the dissatisfaction radiating from Eric, even without uttering a single word. With a conspiratorial air, Jason leaned in close to Eric, his voice barely above a whisper as he shared some whispered tidbit, his expression a mix of mischief and intrigue. Eric's eyes brightened with interest. "Really?" he asked, the excitement evident in his tone. Jason's smile widened, a knowing glint in his eye.

replied, as if he held the keys to a secret world. Penelope, sitting nearby, felt a wave of confusion wash over her. But her bewilderment quickly morphed into horror when the grotesquely disfigured man beside her began to invade her personal space, his hands roaming inappropriately. A sudden realization struck her like a bolt of lightning: Eloise had betrayed her trust, all because Sydney had dared to defy her. As the meal progressed,

her courage, she leaned forward, her voice trembling with indignation. "Madam Sterling, what is the meaning of this? I agreed to help you deal with Sydney, not to sell my body!" Eloise's lips curled into a sardonic smile as she shot a glance at Jason. He responded by tossing a thick stack of photos onto the table, the sound of the paper hitting the surface echoing ominously in

snatched the entire stack and shoved it into her bag, her mind racing with disbelief. "You investigated me?" she gasped, her voice barely above a whisper. What they had gathered was not just recent gossip; it was a decade's worth of dirt, a treasure trove of secrets that could ruin her. Eloise merely smiled faintly, her silence speaking volumes, leaving Penelope feeling

meal, a wave of nausea washed over her, the disgust churning in her stomach. Yet, despite her revulsion, she grabbed her bag and followed the nearly grotesque figure of Eric out of the hotel. In her heart, she etched a deep-seated debt against Sydney. If only Sydney had complied, she wouldn't have been forced to endure such a monstrous encounter. As soon as she stepped out of the hotel room, her phone buzzed urgently

too, right?" Penelope's brow furrowed. "Which Madam Hutton?" she questioned, her heart racing. Eloise's reply was swift and sharp. "Which other? Florence of the Hutton family from Brimcrest City! They've arrived in Jouleston!" As the call ended, a wave of hatred threatened to choke her. 'That

the Hutton Corp. branch. If she could attach herself to the second heir, James, her life would change drastically. She would no longer be under the oppressive thumb of the Sterling family. However, just as she entered the Hampton estate and began her ascent upstairs, Adeline intercepted her, her expression a mix of

second. "Don't tell me you were off meeting some man?" 'What a shameless woman,' Adeline thought scornfully, her mind racing with judgments. First, Penelope had forced her way into the family by becoming pregnant with the eldest son's child. Then, after becoming a widow, she had entangled herself with the younger son. Now,