Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 109 "Sherilyn...

Before he could finish, Sherilyn hung up the phone and decisively blocked him. She tilted her head back, blinking away her frustration.

Why couldn't she learn her lesson? Why did she even bother asking for his help? But after tonight, no more!

He would never understand what she went through every time he turned his back on her. Sherilyn closed her eyes, feeling a tear threaten to escape.

"Don't cry, Sherilyn, don't cry..."

She would find a way, for Jenna, she had to!

The Neon Nights Bar was buzzing with life as usual, a beacon of light and laughter in the night. Sherilyn remained the star of the Neon Nights, but ever since that 'toast' incident a few days ago, everyone knew she was Gilbert's girl.

So, they admired from a distance, no one daring to make a move on her anymore. But as time went on, it became clear to the regulars.

Mr. Gilbert didn't seem too invested in his star attraction. Rumors circulated that his interest in her was just a fleeting fancy, now faded. He hadn't shown up in ages, had he?

No flowers, no late-night snacks... all the little things had stopped. They were all veterans of the nightlife; it was clear to them that Sherilyn was being sidelined by Mr. Gilbert. And so, once the initial silence passed, others began to take their chances with Sherilyn

again.

the

"Sherilyn, look at you,"

walked over, flashing a big grin and gesturing at the room packed with flowers. "Sherilyn, your charm is

as when

these from Mr.

nodded, smiling, "Mr. Smith

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paused, surprised,

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directly took

for dancers at Neon Nights to hook up with patrons, Sherilyn's straightforward approach was a rare

the one conveying the patrons'

off guard, Colin answered honestly, "Mr.

nodded, acknowledging his answer. Then she asked, "Can I see Mr. Smith after tonight's performance? He went through

at her initiative.