Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 59

"Oh, gosh." Yates couldn't help but chuckle, "Looks like Gilbert is all grown up now. First, wanting to buy gifts for a girl who's not Caroline, and next, getting enchanted by the star dancer at Neon Nights Bar. Oh Gilbert, you've come a long way."

"Shut it!" Gilbert couldn't help but find it amusing and annoying. Yet, he couldn't explain the rapid heartbeat he felt when Sherilyn's graceful dance seemed to be aimed just at him or the way he held his breath. And then there was that familiar feeling. What was all that about?

As usual, Sherilyn would only dance once tonight. The calls for an encore outside were relentless, and she felt embarrassed.

But Colin didn't mind at all. "You only danced once, but do you know how much money you've made for Neon Nights Bar in just those few minutes? You deserve every penny, especially with the tip jar scheme kicking off soon."

Hearing that, Sherilyn couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement. She loved money, and who didn't? Why would she even consider dancing at the barf if not for the money?

Colin smiled. "Get ready and head back to rest."

"Sure thing, Colin." Leaving the manager's office, Sherilyn headed toward the dressing

room.

Unexpectedly, a young man was walking toward her. Assuming he was one of the staff since they were in the staff corridor, Sherilyn took off her veil.

As they crossed paths, Sherilyn nodded and gave a slight smile.

young man stopped, staring at her dumbfounded, swallowing hard

"You're not from Neon

reminding her, "Last time, you lost your keychain, and I found it and returned it to you. Remember?" With that, Sherilyn remembered. "Oh, it's

but she could

"Why are you here?

place since I don't visit often. I was looking for the

this door, straight ahead,

Chapter 59

you'll see the

to leave, looking back three times with each

called him

turned around, his face lighting up with

help but chuckle. "Don't tell anyone you've seen my face. It's part of our manager's marketing strategy, please." "Of course." Edgar smiled, nodding eagerly. "Don't worry.

was their little secret. "I'll be off then,

smiled

long after he had walked away, her smile lingering before

went

had seen S twice and felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity each time. He needed to figure out