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."

still worried, Sherilyn added, "There will be plenty of opportunities

was no other

lightly. "Tm sorry you had to go

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

helplessly and nodded, "Then take care of yourself,

smiled. "Of course,

spend with you later. It's not a big deal to miss out for a little while tonight. Let me keep you

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

Laughing, they walked away

paused to look

lonely and abandoned from a distance, causing him to frown.

behind, Caroline looked back at him only to find his gaze still fixed

lips, then asked, "Did I upset you with

withdrew his gaze and shook his head. "You didn't want Grandma to worry. You did well. Why would I be upset?" Caroline smiled slightly. "As long

Gilbert responded, "Okay"

table, surrounded by unfamiliar faces. It was a welcome break from the earlier tension, but her peace didn't The

"Who is she?"

can she show up to Sylvia's party dressed

focusing instead on her