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

paused, then chuckled, "That lines a bit

"I didn't mean

before

but before

flushed red, aking his head and waving his hands. "You've got it all wrong. I honestly think I've seen

of his explanation, just lifting the keychain "Thanks

smile, she

kept

forehead "Should it simple Shed never believe a word? And here I was, calling

here? Can I run into

and the pain was

care but with providing the basics. And so, her

the pain something shed grown accustomed to During these days, she'd avoid dancing, steer clear

It was her grandmother's memorial day Having returned to Sunhaven only recently,

felt like the night time. The moming was the best time for such visits, and

Fang

made her frown,

roles had switched. Previously it had always been