Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 136

Sherilyn, the adopted daughter of the Johnson family?

Around her, friends were chatting and laughing.

“Isn’t Sherilyn Mr. Gilbert’s ex–wife? How did she end up being the Johnson family’s adopted daughter?”

“She was indeed taken in by the Johnsons. Saying she’s an adopted daughter isn’t wrong.”

“But hold on, they made it a point to say she’s an adopted daughter without mentioning her relationship with Mr. Gilbert. There must be a reason, right?”

Knowing that Edgar’s cousin, Yates, was close to Gilbert, they turned to him for answers.

“Edgar, do you know why? Don’t you call Mr. Gilbert ‘big bro?”

uh…”

Edgar was struggling to keep his composure.

“I heard that she and Mr. Gilbert have been divorced for years now. And, Mr. Gilbert has moved on.”

“Divorced?” Someone speculated, “Could it be that the Johnsons are looking to set her up with someone?”

Everyone exchanged glances. “Possible. Haven’t you noticed? There’s quite a number of young men here tonight.”

pointed towards Sylvia.

daughter of hers, greeting everyone.

exclaimed, “Oh no! What about us then?”

teased, “What, the Johnson’s adopted daughter is too much for you?”

not about being an adopted daughter. She was

times, man. Since when did a past marriage become

be a handful.

any of you be happy to take

“Forget it!”

not that fortunate.”

frowned, wondering if Sherilyn still

Chapter 136

“Let’s go!”

our business

and his friends

away, Gilbert stood with a dark expression, a cold aura surrounding him.. Derek and Yates stood by his side,

there was little they could do. You can

the crowd was speaking

his drink in one go and handed the empty glass to Derek.

going to

what are you