Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Sydney and Julian find themselves in an intimate yet awkward situation. As Sydney stands in the bathroom, she engages in a playful exchange with Julian, whose teasing demeanor stirs up emotions within her. The chapter opens with Sydney's sultry voice, which sets the tone for a moment filled with tension and anticipation.

Julian's presence elicits a mix of excitement and nervousness in Sydney, as she grapples with her feelings for him. As Sydney reflects on a past gift from her friend Tiffany-a collection of slinky nightgowns-she is suddenly confronted with a moment of embarrassment when Julian hands her a child's nightgown instead of the expected adult pajamas. This mix-up serves as a catalyst for both humor and humiliation, as Sydney realizes the implications of the mistake. The revelation of the nightgown's true nature heightens her embarrassment, leaving her feeling vulnerable and exposed.

Julian's playful teasing continues as he presents her with the correct pajamas, but his casual demeanor only adds to Sydney's frustration. Her internal struggle intensifies as she grapples with her attraction to him and the awkwardness of the situation. When she finally dresses and opens the door to find him confidently entering the bathroom, the tension escalates. Julian's nonchalant attitude and the way he casually undoes his shirt buttons leaves Sydney breathless, caught between desire and embarrassment.

The chapter culminates in a moment of comedic panic as Sydney slams the door shut, overwhelmed by her inappropriate thoughts and the unexpected turn of events. Her reaction reflects a blend of indignation and flustered emotions, emphasizing the playful yet charged dynamic between her and Julian. This interplay of attraction, embarrassment, and humor encapsulates the essence of their relationship, leaving readers eager to see how their connection will evolve.

Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 456** **Chapter 456** "Did you manage to locate it? This room mirrors the one across the hallway, doesn't it? The closet is just opposite the bed..." Sydney's voice floated through the bathroom door, its tone low and sultry, thickened by the steam curling around her. In that moment, Julian felt a familiar roughness stir within his chest, an uncomfortable sensation that had only just begun to fade.

nightgowns that had been gifted to her by Tiffany. "Wear them to make yourself happy once in a while," Tiffany had insisted, her eyes sparkling with mischief. But the demands of the past year had consumed her, leaving little room for such frivolous pursuits. Now, as she envisioned Julian's playful grin, she could almost predict which nightgown he had

wave of heat coursing through her skin-far more humiliating than the times she had worn his oversized shirt. Just then, a firm knock echoed against the door. "Open up." His voice was low, gravelly, with an undertone that sent shivers down her spine. Sydney steeled herself, cracking the

delicate strap over her waiting fingers. The texture of the fabric told her everything she needed to know. 'Pervert,' she thought, biting back the word as she snatched the nightdress from his grasp and quickly shut the door. But as she glanced down, her heart dropped. It was a child's nightgown. Just two months prior, she had attended her college roommate's little girl's birthday party. In a moment of weakness while browsing online, she

child. Never in her wildest dreams had she imagined it would resurface in such a mortifying way. "Oh, wrong one," Julian's lazy voice drifted through the door, a hint of amusement lacing his words. His large, elegant hand slipped back through the crack, this time holding a soft cotton pajama set.

mix up two things that are so different?" His keen hearing picked up her words, and his wrist twitched as if he contemplated retracting the pajamas. "Wait!" she exclaimed, grabbing hold of the fabric, surrendering to the

her subtle hint. "This one's fine." His nonchalant demeanor left her momentarily speechless. Before she could gather her thoughts, he brushed past her, striding confidently into the bathroom. Sydney blinked, momentarily dazed, as if the very walls of