Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 118

Sherilyn managed to keep her face perfectly neutral, but inside, she was a bundle of nerves. She was terrified... terrified that Gilbert might suddenly lose it and cause a scene! But nothing happened.

Gilbert, seemingly losing interest, apologized, "Oops, sorry, Mr. Smith, didn't mean to barge in... I've actually got to run to another thing."

"Ah, sure thing."

Ernest, sweating bullets, hurriedly escorted him to the door. "Take care, Mr. Gilbert."

"Sure thing, Mr. Smith. You stay."

With a sudden turn, Gilbert left.

The moment the door closed, Sherilyn let out a sigh of relief. Thankfully, no drama

unfolded.

"Sherilyn."

came back, pulling Sherilyn to sit down again. "About

embarrassed, cautiously gauging her reaction. "I'm sorry, you know our... situation. It's

Given his status.

a divorced single man was one thing, but being linked with a cabaret dancer

was meant to be his

"Yeah."

showing any signs of upset. "I understand,

"That's a relief."

and compliance comforted Ernest, making him even more fond of her. He got a bit emotional, "Don't worry, I know it's not fair

be their 'home', his hidden

place. "Yeah, whatever you

"And another thing."

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