Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 18

Suddenly, Sherlyn paused, reflecting on the words about an incident four yearn past. Yes, in Gilbert's heart, she was an unforgivable

sinner!

With a small smile, Sherilyn subtly pulled her arm away, silently meeting their expectations.

"It's all my fault, Sylvie," she said, feigning regret.

Sylvia frowned and sighed, "How could you be so careless? How am I supposed to introduce you now? it'll make our family seem neglectful, and it's rude too. How are you going to interact with them after this?"

Sylvia tumed to Gilbert, Don't we have a spare dress? Get Sherilyn changed. She can't meet the quests like this"

"Sylvia." Before Gilbert could respond, Sherilyn intervened with a smile, "No need to trouble yourselves. If it's inconvenient, there's no need for introductions."

"What?" Sylvia was shocked. "But how can this be? We organized this welcome party for you. How can we not introduce you?"

Besides Sylvia, Gilbert and Caroline were also stunned, looking at Sherilyn, puzzled.

Ignoring their reactions, Sherilyn smiled at Sylvia. "It's okay, Sylvia. I've felt the warmth of the welcome party you organized for me. That's what matters, not the rest."

added, "There will be plenty of opportunities in the

was

hand, Sylvia patted it lightly. "Tm

Sherilyn responded, pulling her hand away gently. "Sylvia, the guests are waiting. Please go to them. It wouldn't

"Then take care of yourself, and come have a chat with

smiled. "Of course,

and injecting humor. "Don't be sad. Sherilyn's back now. Shell have plenty of time to spend with you later. It's not a big deal to miss out for

hand softly. "I love you just the same. You're both

Laughing, they walked away

Gilbert paused to look back at

and abandoned from a distance, causing him to frown. Had he been

Gilbert had fallen behind, Caroline looked back at him only

then asked, "Did I upset you with

Gilbert withdrew his gaze and shook his head. "You didn't want Grandma to worry. You did

Gilbert responded, "Okay"

earlier tension, but her peace didn't

"Who is she?"

have no idea, but how can she show up to Sylvia's party dressed

ignored their comments, focusing instead on her meal. She hadn't eaten