Once a Doormat Now Untouchable (Caleb and Sydney) novel Chapter 511

**When The Ocean Learned My Name and Whispered It Back to You by Aurelia Novel 511**

**Chapter 511**

Sydney stepped into the lavish confines of Delta Mansion, and everything around her was a familiar sight, a comforting embrace of brands she had come to know well. Yet, as she crossed the threshold into the expansive walk-in closet, she was struck with a sensation of awe that left her momentarily speechless.

The closet was a veritable treasure trove, a sanctuary for fashion that boasted rows upon rows of clothing, each piece meticulously organized. It was as if time had stood still, preserving every outfit she had ever donned—from the awkward styles of her teenage years to the more refined selections of her adult life. Each garment told a story, a chapter in her evolving narrative, all curated with an almost reverent care.

The sheer precision of it all bordered on obsessive, and in that instant, she recognized the unmistakable touch behind it.

A gentle, almost ethereal sensation brushed against her heart, a soft flutter of emotions that refused to dissipate. It was a reminder of Julian’s unwavering attention to detail, a silent acknowledgment of how well he understood her.

Curiosity piqued, Sydney bent down to explore one of the lower drawers, eager to uncover more of what lay hidden within. Just as her fingers grazed the cool wood, she felt a presence behind her. Julian cleared his throat, breaking the spell.

“You take a look,” he said, his voice carrying an awkwardness that was endearing. “I’ll step out for a moment. If you need anything, just let Polly know.”

Polly Watkins, the devoted housekeeper of Delta Mansion, had practically been a second mother to Elliot and Peter, nurturing them with the same care she extended to the entire household.

Sydney nodded, feeling a strange mix of gratitude and embarrassment. “Alright,” she replied softly.

As Julian’s footsteps receded down the hall, Sydney turned her attention back to the drawer. When she finally opened it, a wave of crimson washed over her cheeks. Inside lay neatly folded, freshly laundered undergarments, all perfectly in her size. Not a single miscalculation marred the collection.

Her mind went blank, a whirlwind of thoughts crashing over her. ‘How did he even find out my size?!’ The memory surged to the forefront of her mind—back when she had just begun to navigate the complexities of womanhood. It was Julian who had awkwardly taken her to a department store, guiding her through the maze of choices.

She could still picture that day vividly: the two of them emerging from the lingerie section, faces flushed with embarrassment, each clutching a shopping bag as if it contained the weight of the world, pretending not to exist in the eyes of the other.

Julian settled onto the sofa with deliberate calmness, his expression revealing more than he intended. “It’s safer here,” he stated matter-of-factly.

Raymond furrowed his brow, piecing it together. “You’re worried Flint Donovan might make a move?”

“Mm.” Julian’s response was curt, but the weight of it hung in the air.

The recent incident involving the special medicine had sent shockwaves through the online community, leading to a catastrophic decline in DK Pharmaceuticals’ stock. They had gone quiet for a few days, but it was only a matter of time before they retaliated. Even with the tightest security measures in place at Haven, there was no assurance that someone wouldn’t slip through the cracks. Julian was not the type to gamble with Sydney’s safety.

Understanding dawned on Raymond. He quickly grabbed his phone and stood up, urgency in his demeanor. “So, you’re really not going back there? That house is genuinely mine now?”

Because if the day ever came when Sydney, in a fit of anger, decided to throw Julian out of Delta Mansion, and he found himself crawling back to Haven, who would he even turn to for support then?