Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 159

On the other end, Gilbert picked up quickly. His deep and measured voice greeted her with a simple “Hello.”

“It’s me, Sherilyn,” she said, her grip tightening around her phone as she introduced herself.

“As if I wouldn’t know it’s you,” Gilbert teased, “Did you call just to say that?”

“No, that’s not it.” Sherilyn’s brows knitted together as she took a deep breath. “I’m at the Neon Nights Bar now…“.

“Ah, that matter.” Gilbert cut her off before she could continue. “I’ve got some things to handle right now…”

He paused, seemingly giving instructions to someone nearby, and picked up the conversation again, “Look, whatever it is, come find me.”

Sherilyn hesitated before nodding in agreement. “Fine.”

She hadn’t expected a phone call to change his mind anyway.

“Where should I find you?” she asked.

“Where else at this hour? I’m at the office, of course.”

It wasn’t even five yet, and Mr. Gilbert was no idler, naturally busy at work.

I’ll be right there.” After hanging up, Sherilyn made her way

front desk. It wasn’t her first visit to the Johnson Group.

years had passed, and the receptionists had changed. No one recognized

appointment with Mr. Johnson.

brightened up, becoming more courteous. “Ms. Gomez,

13:04

me. This way.”

Taking the private elevator, Sherilyn arrived at the top floor without trouble.

led her into the CEO’s office. “Mr. Johnson, Ms. Gomez

in his work and merely gestured with his hand,

replied respectfully,

was left alone

quietly sat on the sofa, waiting. She wasn’t going to make any scenes. Waiting was her only option.

keep her waiting long. Soon enough, he put

made a move to

for her

he sat opposite her, resting an arm on the back of the sofa, his deep gaze fixed on

knew the reason.

“I came to ask why you stopped me