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 face, a sense of familiarity washing over him, but before he could think deeply, he blurted out, "Have we met before? You look so familiar." Sherilyn paused, then chuckled, "That line's a bit cliché. Don't you think?"

"1. I didn't mean that. He flushed red, shaking his head and waving his hands, "You've got it all wrong. I honestly think I've seen you before..."

just lifting the keychain, "Thanks again.

smile, she

his forehead. "Should've kept it simple! She'd

What a shame.

guest here, or does

day, before dawn, Sherilyn was awake. Her period had started, and the

having her child, she struggled not just with postpartum care but with providing the basics. And so, her

pain, something she'd grown accustomed to. During these days, she'd avoid dancing, steer clear of icy water,

was her grandmother's memorial day. Having returned to Sunhaven only recently, Sherilyn had been

The moming was the best time for such visits, and Sherilyn left before eight. As she got into her car, her

rang.

= 2*

Seeing

Gilbert' flash

her frown,

? What's up?

sounded annoyed, almost as if their roles had switched, Previously, it had always been