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.

mind." But Sherilyn didn't waver, adding,

got it." Gilbert agreed, nodding his

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 stable." Sherilyn

have been up all night. You can go back and rest now.

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

their agreement from the night before, Gilbert drove Sherilyn to The Velvet

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Charles wasn't with them, Gilbert parked the car and went to make the

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

help but chuckle at the sight, realizing how much she was looking forward to

you get your fill. Let's

early, but it wasn't too late, either.

to Sherilyn, "I'll wait in line here.

Gilbert lined up while Sherilyn grabbed a seat and watched eagerly

under her breath, "Five, now

was

and received

his lips into a smile, just in time to catch the last few cheese pastries before

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