Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

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.

made up my mind." But Sherilyn didn't waver,

it." Gilbert agreed, nodding

chance, and since she insisted, there was no reason for him to feel he owed her anything. "First thing tomorrow morning, I'll take you there once Grandma is

early and confirmed she was 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

without any objections, made sure Sylvia was settled before

per their agreement from the night before, Gilbert

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Chapter 54

wasn't with them,

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

the sight, realizing how much she was

you get your fill. Let's go!" He led

too late, either.

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

while Sherilyn grabbed a seat and watched eagerly

under her breath,

was Gilbert's

and

smile, just in time to catch the last few

were large-sized, surely enough to