Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 127

Could it really be because she lacked a father figure growing up? Is that why she’s into older guys?

“No, that’s impossible.” Gilbert shook his head, refusing to accept it.

After all, she had liked him for many years! If she liked him, there’s no way she’d fall for someone like Ernest! She must be just confused, young, and naive, that’s all!

Yes, that has to be it.

Gilbert was worried. If Sherilyn could be fooled once, she could be fooled again. He had to keep a close eye on her.

His role as an ex–husband was getting more stressful by the day!

Two days later, Sherilyn was almost back to her usual self.

Though speaking was still a bit difficult, at least her throat wasn’t as sore. After discussing with Colin, she decided to resume her performances.

That evening, while Sherilyn was getting her makeup done, Colin showed up.

“Sherilyn!” Colin beamed, all smiles, “Great news!”

Sherilyn was puzzled. “What great news?”

weak, speaking was

Colin couldn’t contain his laughter. “Mr. Gilbert is here!”

Smith falling through. But then, Mr. Gilbert shows up! Looks like, Sherilyn… fate has

Smith was decent, but compared to Mr. Gilbert, he was leagues apart.

couldn’t manage a smile.

wasn’t here to be

he felt she was bringing shame to the Johnson

“Sherilyn.”

she had with Gilbert and

handle big affairs, tend to have a bit

winked and whispered.

the very least, it’s way more than what Mr. Smith could’ve offered!”

for words, managed a forced nod.

that’s the spirit.”

busy night, and Mr. Gilbert is here to see your

removed her makeup and exited through the

long he had been waiting, but upon hearing

unnecessary words, he

silently complied, trailing behind

and opened

down and