Chapter 54

"Absolutely." Once Sherilyn had the epiphany, she didn't hesitate any further. "Let me think..."

What should she ask for as a thank-you gift?

"Here's an idea." Sherilyn had made up her mind. "How about you treat me to a brunch at The Velvet Fork? I'm craving their assorted breakfast pastries."

"What?" Gilbert was stunned, almost sure he'd misheard.

Raising an eyebrow in disbelief, he asked, "Are you sure?"

Was it really that strange?

The Velvet Fork was a century-old diner in Sunhaven, known for serving breakfast only and in limited quantities. Once they sold out for the day, you'd have to wait until the next. Given its rarity, the prices were naturally steep.

Having been abroad for four years, Sherilyn hadn't had the chance to enjoy it for a long time. Even when she returned, it was a luxury she couldn't afford. The thank-you gift she was asking for was genuine. Sherilyn nodded, "Yep, I'm sure."

"Ha," Gilbert chuckled, his eyes twinkling with amusement, "You realize you only get one shot at this, right? Once in a lifetime opportunity."

She could have taken the chance to ask him for money, property, or anything.

my mind." But Sherilyn didn't waver, adding, "I want

it." Gilbert agreed,

given her the chance, and since she insisted, there was no reason for him to feel he owed her anything. "First thing tomorrow morning, I'll

all good. "You two have been up all night. You can go back and rest now. We have a special nurse, and regular treatments and

up all night and, without any objections, made

agreement from the night before,

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Chapter 54

have a driver and Charles wasn't with them, Gilbert parked

unconsciously biting her lip. "Breakfast pastries taste best when fresh out of the oven." Saying so, she swallowed

chuckle at the sight, realizing how much

I'll make sure you get your fill.

weren't early, but it wasn't too late, either. As usual, there

Sherilyn, "I'll wait in line here. You find a spot to

up while Sherilyn grabbed a seat and watched eagerly as he

her

it was Gilbert's

and

in time to catch the last few cheese

were large-sized, surely

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