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?”

still weak, speaking was an effort.

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

Looks like, Sherilyn… fate has its own plans!

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

couldn’t manage

knew all too well that Gilbert wasn’t here to be her patron… he was purely

she was bringing shame to the Johnson

“Sherilyn.”

last unpleasant encounter she had

especially those who handle big affairs, tend to have a bit of an ego, right? If you keep him happy, what could

and whispered.

the very least, it’s way more than

loss for words, managed a forced nod.

that’s the spirit.”

shoulder, “You’ve got a busy night, and Mr. Gilbert is here to

show, Sherilyn removed her makeup and exited through

but upon hearing footsteps, he turned to look at

unnecessary words,

trailing

car and opened the passenger door, saying, “Get

breath, Sherilyn bent down and got into