Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 77

Sylvia had always hinted at playing matchmaker between Sherilyn and Gilbert, but if Gilbert wasn't keen, what could she, as a grandmother, do but hope for the best?

When mentioning the past, Gilbert paused. He couldn't deny it.

His face falling, he nodded, "Yes..."

And he quickly added, "It was my fault. I shouldn't have..."

"Gilbert. Sylvia cut him off, refusing to accept his apology. "You're an adult, Gilbert. Every decision comes with its consequences! Sherilyn was your choice! To call it quits now? What do you take her for? Do you think it's fair to gamble her happiness on your mistakes?"

Gilbert had no comeback. He could only bow his head in silence.

"I won't accept it." Sylvia spoke firmly, "As long as I breathe, the Johnson family will not stand for such a frivolous marriage!"

"Grandma." Gilbert tried to defend himself, "We're just not right for each other..."

"How long did you even give it?" Sylvia argued. "The marriage barely lasted two months before Sherlyn took off. You've got to at least try to see if you two are a good match!"

Suddenly, the old lady clutched her chest. It was her heart!

"Grandma!"

"Sylvia!"

were shocked, rushing

"Call a doctor, quick!"

Sherilyn ran

"You can't do this to Sherilyn. I know your blame her for Caroline's accident.

do it on purpose. She's a good person at heart. Remember, she once saved my life.

what choice did Gilbert have? Holding Sylvia's hand, he. nodded repeatedly. "Don't worry. I promise you everything you

"It's not a big deal, just some stress. But try to stay away from that kind of stuff next time,

"Understood."

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Chapter 77

"Thank you, doctor."

doctor left and Sylvia was asleep, Gilbert exited the

her courage to speak

a brief, cold glance. To him, she was nothing but a traitor,

backstabber.

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