Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 150

“You really don’t have to,” Gilbert quickly interjected, “You’re not like those without any background or resources, right?”

His protective tone was so apparent that Caroline paused for a moment, looking at him with a smile.

Gilbert seemed puzzled, as if he had said something wrong.

“I mean, don’t push yourself too hard. Francis… he’d worry about you.”

Francis?

He was just dropping Francis name as an excuse to look out for her, wasn’t he?

Caroline just smiled softly, not exposing him. “I’ll keep that in mind, thanks.”

The rest of the ride passed in silence.

The driver took Caroline to her destination.

The area was bustling, making it inconvenient for Gilbert to step out.

“I should go now.” Caroline put on her sunglasses and mask, turning to leave.

“Caroline…

Suddenly, Gilbert called out to her.

“Yes?” Caroline turned back, looking at him curiously, “Something else?”

shook his head, deciding to wait a bit longer before discussing his brother’s issue until he was ready.

you rest well and don’t skip meals.”

I got it,” Caroline replied with a laugh, playfully chiding, “Such a nag

complaint, they were devoid of any displeasure, instead

off, Gilbert received a call

“Where you at?”

“What’s up?”

tonight? It’s been a while since we all got together.”

a slight smirk, Gilbert asked, “Who’s all gonna be there?”

Yates chuckled, “Who else? You, me, Derek, and oh,

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expression tensed

go anyway, but with Edgar attending, he felt even more compelled.

the time Gilbert arrived, Yates and the others were

down, his gaze drifting

“Cough, cough.”

his gaze, especially after finding out Sherilyn was his ex–wife, and coughed nervously.

“Gilbert.”

Gilbert nodded slightly,

was not lost on Gilbert, who was curious to see how they would behave

received a

Gilbert

come on! Isn’t that expected? Why should we always benefit from

smiled,

this