Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 35

At nearly six-foot three, his frame was lean, still youthfully handsome with a boy next door charm.

Sherilyn pointed to herself, uncertain. "Me? Are you talking to me?"

"Yes" The tall young man stepped closer, raising his hand to reveal a set of keys he held and offering them to her. These yours?"

Sherilyn glanced down. "Oh, they are."

She patted her backpack, wondering. "How'd they fall out?"

"Here" He smiled, handing them over. Keep them safe. Don't let them slip away again."

"Thanks a lot. I appreciate it." Sherilyn grinned, her gratitude genuine. Losing those keys would've locked her out for the night. Locksmiths cost a pretty penny

"Don't mention it The young man stared at her fa

blurted out "Have we met before? You look s

"That lines a bit cliché

"I didn't mean

before

but before he could

red, aking his head and waving his hands. "You've got it all

of his explanation, just lifting the keychain "Thanks

smile, she turned

kept

leave, smacking his forehead "Should it simple Shed never believe a word? And here I

the work around here? Can I

started and the pain

having her child, she struggled not just with postpartum care but with providing

every month brought the pain something shed grown accustomed to During these days, she'd avoid dancing, steer clear of icy water,

grandmother's memorial

best time for such visits, and Sherilyn left

Fang

screen made her frown,

annoyed, almost as if their roles