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.

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

she got to the bed and saw Sherilyn,

that you?" She raised an eyebrow,

As for what I'm doing? Isn't it obvious? I'm

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

it be?

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." "is that so?" Sherilyn replied calmly, staring her down. "You're kicking me out as soon as I arrive, Caroline? What

are you implying?" Caroline frowned, her

her lips, pointing at Francis. "Gilbert's

belly. "What happened back then? You might deceive the whole world, but can you deceive yourself? Ask your conscience. Do you think you've been fair to Fran?”

scoffed, "Four years, and you're not guilty

Caroline pointed toward

ward, Gilbert was on the phone with

gone to see Francis alone,

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

sighed, adjusting his forehead.

was also visiting