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.

waver, adding, "I

Gilbert agreed, nodding

for him to feel he owed her anything. "First thing tomorrow morning,

early and confirmed she was all good. "You two have been up all night. You can

stayed up all night and, without any objections, made sure Sylvia was settled

night before, Gilbert drove Sherilyn

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driver and Charles wasn't with them, Gilbert parked the car and

out of the car, unconsciously biting her lip. "Breakfast

couldn't help but chuckle at the sight, realizing

worry, I'll make sure you get your fill. Let's go!"

early, but it wasn't too late,

line here. You find a spot to

grabbed a seat and watched eagerly

counted under her breath, "Five, now

it was Gilbert's

paid and received

just in time to catch the last few

the Velvet Fork's pastries were large-sized, surely enough to satisfy