Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 24

But the person in the bed could not respond. Years had passed, and Francis looked nearly the same as if he were merely sleeping

Yet, when thinking back to his once vibrant spirit, Sherilyn found it impossible to come to terms with it no matter how many years passed Who said that good people get rewarded?

Francis, such a kind soul, had ended up in a vegetative state, lying there for years! It seemed he would never wake up

The bathroom door opened, revealing a nurse. Carrying a basin, the nurse saw Sherilyn's red eyes and nodded politely. "Hello" "Hi" Sherilyn extended her hand. "Are you here to wash his face?" The nurse answered, "No, I'm here to shave him"

Sherilyn nodded, noticing his stubble had grown out, casting a shadow on his face. She reached out, suggesting. "Let me do it. I've taken care of him before."

Back when Francis first had his accident, Sherilyn was the one who had looked after him.

Sylvia was heartbroken and in poor health, Gilbert was overwhelmed with work, and Caroline was pregnant. Within the Johnson family, she was the only one left. Nurses usually respect family wishes.

He placed the basin on the nightstand and handed over a towel, "Sure, here you go!

"Thanks" After expressing her gratitude, Sherilyn wet the towel and warmed Francis' cheeks and chin, covered in a beard.

shaving him with a razor. She was so focused that she didn't notice the

limping slightly. When she got to

raised an

glanced at her, replying, "I came to see Fran. As for what I'm

out a faint chuckle. "Of course, I saw that. But is

it be?

thick between them. Caroline crossed her ams, shaking her head. "Well, you've seen him now. You can leave. We have nurses here. We don't need your help."

you implying?" Caroline frowned, her

Sherilyn curved her lips, pointing at Francis. "Gilbert's not here. You

the whole world, but can you deceive yourself? Ask

and you're

what you're saying!" Furious, Caroline pointed toward the door and snapped, "Get out!

was on

Gilbert immediately after leaming Sherilyn had gone to see Francis alone, asking him

came through the phone, "Gilbert, listen to me. It's so remote there. Late

know, Grandma." Gilbert sighed, adjusting his forehead. "Tm already

visiting his brother