Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 51

Choking on her food, Sherilyn quickly grabbed her water bottle and took a few gulps to help swallow it.

Gilbert returned to the lounge with a stormy expression.

Trying to lighten the mood, Caroline served him some food. "What about Sherilyn? Couldn't you find her?"

"Forget her!" Gilbert sipped his soup, visibly irritated at the mention of Sherilyn. "She's so obsessed with dieting. Let her be!"

"Oh Caroline shook her head with a smile. "Told you so. Here, have some more."

By two o'clock in the afternoon, the surgery was over. It went smoothly, and Sylvia was moved to her room.

The doctor gave Gilbert a detailed rundown. "The first 24 hours post-operation are critical. If possible, it'd be best to have a family member stay. We have nursing staff, but the elderly often prefer the company of their loved ones."

"I will!"

"Me too!"

and Sherilyn

quickly deferred, "Mr. Johnson should make

possible, both of you should stay. On one hand, Mr. Johnson might not be as attentive as

"Of course. It is just my suggestion. You should do what works best for you

to speak

decision, looking at Sherilyn. "We'll stay. Any

shook

wanted to stay and look after Sylvia. She felt she owed Sylvia for five years of kindness and wanted to make it up to her, even asking her boss Colin for some time of to do that. "At least you're showing some gratitude." Gilbert then turned to Caroline, "What

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be here when Sylvia wakes up.

loves

watch, Gilbert said, "Caroline, I'll walk you

mask and hooked

Sylvia's lips moistened and notify the nurses if the IV bag ran empty or if the monitor alarmed. Taking her duty seriously, she pulled a chair and sat vigilantly by