Chapter 19

He remembered how she used to eat like a bird.

He wasn't sure why he had come over. Guilt, perhaps? It was not like he was fond of Sherlyn, but faimess was falmess. After all, it was a welcome party thrown for her. Yet, she hadn't shown her face.

"Ahem." Gilbert cleared his throat. "So, tonight didn't go as planned. Caroline is my sister-in-law, and now, she's breaking into the entertainment industry. It's been tough for her these years, so." He trailed off. But Sherilyn got it. Was that his way of apologizing?

That was interesting. Even in apology, the proud Mr. Johnson couldn't demean himself to sincerity in that?

Sherilyn offered a faint smile. I heard you earlier."

ter the words Im sorry: Where was the

Her calmness only unsettled Gilbert more, prompting a rare show of concem, "You're not upset are you?" Sherilyn was amused. Gilbert is such a hypocrite. Why bother with him? They were nothing to each other. With that thought, Sherilyn shook her head with a smile "No. You said it yourself, didn't you? I owe Caroline." She seemed genuinely unbothered

Gilbert felt justified. "Glad you understand."

Seeing him still seated, Sherilyn was puzzled "Aren't you leaving?"

Was she rushing him?

used to cling to him 24/7 was hurrying

he suddenly didn't want to

served her a masted turkey

was stunned. The arrogant Mr. Johnson

thanked Gilbert

Gilbert raised an eyebrow, standing up: "Grandma and Caroline are waiting for me I should get

just that,

to herself, she shook

up the turkey with her fork and placed it on

what Gilbert served. She used to love turkey, sure, but people

was boring and uncomfortable For Sylvias sake, Sherlyn endured until the

be hers standing and laughing with Gilbert, and bidding farewell to the guests together

a

guests finally left, Sylva had Sherilyn brought to her

tough spot tonight. Have you visited

her head truthfully.

used to care for you so much. Find some time to visit him, will you? He should know you're

"Sure, Sylvia" Sherlyn nodded

as her family from the bottom

on the wall" won't keep

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255