Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Sydney and Marcus experience a pivotal moment as they receive the anticipated approval for a drug's market release. This news brings a wave of relief and excitement, allowing them to momentarily bask in the success of their hard work. Marcus expresses his enthusiasm, suggesting that Sydney's newfound value could rival that of the wealthy Julian Sterling, a notion Sydney dismisses with disbelief.

Despite the vast gap between her achievements and Sterling's wealth, she feels a profound sense of fulfillment in pursuing her dreams. However, their celebration is interrupted when Marcus receives a phone call from his father, which requires immediate attention. He explains that an old friend of his father's is ill and needs Sydney's expertise. Sydney, recalling how Marcus had once taken a risk to help her secure her position at the clinic, feels a strong sense of loyalty and determination to assist him.

The urgency of the situation compels her to act quickly, and she agrees to go see the patient without hesitation, ready to shift her focus to the medical challenge ahead. Upon arriving at the Shepard residence, Sydney is warmly greeted by Marcus's mother, Miranda, who expresses her delight at seeing her again. This familial warmth contrasts sharply with the gravity of the situation as Sydney prepares to meet the patient. Inside, she encounters Jeremiah Clifford, an elderly man with a commanding presence despite his frail appearance.

The atmosphere is charged with nostalgia as Marcus's father, Matthew, introduces Sydney to Jeremiah, highlighting her exceptional skills as a doctor. Jeremiah's calm yet vulnerable demeanor resonates with Sydney, who is drawn to the challenge presented by his condition-early-stage lung cancer. As he expresses his trust in her abilities, Sydney feels a mix of emotions, including the weight of responsibility and the hope that she can provide the care he seeks.

This encounter marks a significant turning point for Sydney, as she prepares to navigate the complexities of treating a patient who is resistant to conventional methods, reflecting her commitment to her profession and the lives she strives to impact. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 375** **Chapter 375** Before Sydney could articulate her thoughts fully, the data they had been anxiously awaiting finally materialized on the screen.

Both she and Marcus leaned in closer, their eyes locking in a shared moment of sheer relief and exhilaration that felt almost palpable. It was a rare moment of joy, where the weight of their hard work seemed to lift, if only for a heartbeat. The approval for the drug's market release was all but assured. Marcus couldn't contain his excitement, a wide grin spreading across his face. "Once this project launches, your value will nearly rival Mr. Sterling's," he said, his voice filled with enthusiasm. Sydney chuckled softly, a hint of disbelief in her tone.

"That's impossible," she replied, shaking her head gently. The chasm that lay between her and Julian Sterling was vast, an unbridgeable divide. No matter how monumental her drug's success might be, it could never hope to measure up to his immense wealth. Yet, in that moment, she realized that it didn't truly matter. Achieving her own dreams felt like a victory in itself, one that filled her with a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Just as they were about to delve deeper into their conversation, Marcus's phone buzzed insistently, cutting through their moment of triumph.

expression shifting as he answered the call. When he returned, there was a hint of sheepishness etched on his features. "Something's come up at home. I might need your help," he said, his tone carrying a note of urgency. "What kind of help?" Sydney asked, her voice

a chance. She owed him a great deal, and she was determined to repay that kindness.

to take a look and see if there's anything you can do," he explained, his eyes reflecting concern. "What illness?" Sydney's interest piqued. Challenging cases always drew her in like a moth to a flame. "Early-stage lung cancer," Marcus replied, noting the spark of curiosity igniting in her eyes. "He's very traditional and refuses to consider surgery. He came back hoping to find a medicinal approach-something less invasive."

doctors who could slow the disease or even reverse its course; others, however, had been less fortunate, merely prolonging the inevitable and losing precious time in the process. She was acutely aware of the risks involved. After taking a moment to sip her water, she asked, "When do you want me to go?" "Could

She swiftly removed her lab coat, grabbed her bag, and stood poised to leave.

As soon as Sydney stepped out of her car, Miranda's voice rang out, filled with genuine affection, "You little

already a gift. If Marc had made you bring gifts too, his father would have had quite a few words with him!" she teased, a playful smile dancing on her

crisp black suit sat beside a cane, his frail legs betraying his age, yet his presence commanded attention. He appeared to be in his seventies, and there was something about him that made Sydney pause. It was an aura that felt distant and unfathomable, something she couldn't quite put her finger on. Before she could delve deeper into her thoughts, both Marcus's father, Matthew