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."

will be

was no

Sylvia patted it lightly. "Tm sorry you had to go through

that Sylvia, I'm not feeling wronged at all," Sherilyn responded, pulling her hand away gently. "Sylvia, the guests are waiting.

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

"Of course,

Sherilyn's back now. Shell have plenty of time to spend with you later. It's

love you just the same. You're both my

Laughing, they walked away

Gilbert paused to

slender figure seemed lonely and abandoned from a distance, causing him to

at him only to find his

lips, then asked, "Did I upset you with what

did well. Why would I be upset?" Caroline smiled slightly. "As long as you understand.

Gilbert responded, "Okay"

at a secluded table, surrounded by unfamiliar faces. It was a welcome break from the earlier

"Who is she?"

she show up to Sylvia's party

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