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

she turned and walked

She'd never believe a word! And here I

What a shame.

"She is beautiful. Is she a guest here, or does she work around here? Can

awake. Her period had started, and the pain was enough to pull her from sleep. It hadn't been a

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

days, she'd avoid dancing, steer clear of icy water, and endure. Sherilyn got up, attaching

had no dance class today, she had an important task. It was her grandmother's memorial day.

time. The moming was the best time for such visits, and Sherilyn left before eight. As

rang.

= 2*

Seeing

Gilbert' flash

made her frown, but

? What's up?

other end, Gilbert sounded annoyed, almost as if their roles had switched, Previously, it had always

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