Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

the tension escalates as Adeline's unexpected arrival disrupts the already charged atmosphere of the courtyard. Eloise, Julian's grandmother, feels a mix of confusion and irritation at this bold intrusion, especially given the current family drama surrounding Penelope, who lies incapacitated on the ground.

Adeline's audacity in confronting Penelope during such a critical moment showcases her determination and the underlying emotions tied to the Hampton family legacy. Adeline's urgency is palpable as she approaches Penelope, seeking answers about a cryptic message that hinted at the Hampton bloodline. The revelation that Penelope is pregnant with Caleb's child shocks Adeline, igniting a whirlwind of emotions within her. This unexpected twist not only complicates the family dynamics but also raises questions about the future of the Hampton lineage, which Adeline has long desired to see flourish.

The weight of this news hangs heavy, as Adeline grapples with disbelief and the implications for her own ambitions. As Penelope stands her ground, revealing details about the conception, the tension between the two women intensifies. Adeline's frustration mounts as she realizes the potential impact of this child on the family's future. The urgency of the situation drives her to plead with Eloise for Penelope's life, invoking the memory of her late husband in a desperate attempt to sway the matriarch.

Adeline's emotional turmoil is evident as she navigates her conflicting feelings of anger, hope, and a fierce desire to protect the legacy she cherishes. Eloise's reaction is a mix of contemplation and brewing anger, underscoring the high stakes of the situation. Adeline's plea for mercy, paired with her willingness to compromise, highlights her determination to secure a future for the unborn child while simultaneously acknowledging the gravity of the circumstances.

The chapter culminates in a tense standoff, where the characters' emotions collide, leaving the reader on edge about the fate of Penelope and the child she carries. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 399** As the maid delivered her message, the atmosphere shifted once more, the tranquility of the courtyard shattered by the urgent footsteps of another. "Madam Sterling, Jason, Ms. Mayer has arrived," she announced, her voice barely containing the tremor of apprehension.

a world where discretion was the order of the day, especially in such tense circumstances, one would expect silence to reign. Yet, there was Adeline, ever bold and unrepentant, striding into the

strange mix of urgency and bravado as she breezed past the maid and into the courtyard, her eyes barely registering Penelope, who lay sprawled on the ground like a discarded doll. Without a moment's hesitation, she pressed forward, her intentions clear. "Forgive my intrusion, but I simply must ask if she

surged through her. The audacity of that woman! Sneaking around behind the scenes was one thing, but crashing Julian's press event? Who did she think she was, a queen? Eloise, sitting regally in her chair, was Julian's grandmother, a matriarch whose authority was not to be trifled with. No matter how furious Julian became, he

wish," she replied, her tone almost playful, yet laced with an undercurrent of warning. Suppressing her irritation, Adeline crouched beside Penelope, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. "What exactly did you want to tell me?" Earlier,

her strength and leaned closer to Adeline, her voice barely above a whisper. "I'm pregnant. It's Caleb's child." Adeline's eyes

to carry the family name. The thought of Penelope bearing a second child had never crossed her mind. Suddenly, the pieces began to fall into place. Penelope's recent nausea and strange aversions were not signs of illness; they were the unmistakable symptoms of pregnancy. "But this child..."

his." Penelope's voice trembled, yet she stood her ground. "You can verify it. I have the date and the hotel name. There's surveillance footage. That night, Caleb mistook me for Sydney." Adeline inhaled sharply, the weight of the revelation crashing down on her. She stepped aside, her mind racing as