Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 165

“Sylvia,” Sherilyn shook her head, not a trace of happiness on her face. “I just… don’t love him anymore.”

It took Sylvia by surprise. It wasn’t the first time she had heard these words. The last time Sherilyn was at the Southern District Sanatorium, asking for her approval to divorce, she had said the same thing. But Sylvia couldn’t help but feel there was more to it.

“Sherilyn, are you worried?” Sylvia asked, “Worried he’ll neglect you like

before? That won’t happen. This time, it’s different. It’s not just me pushing for

1. it. It’s his own decision…”

“You know him. Once he sets his mind on something, not even nine bulls could pull him back. He’s committed.”

Sherilyn believed that. When Francis had his accident, Gilbert had sworn by his bedside that he’d take responsibility for Caroline from then on. And he had kept his word.

But still, Sherilyn couldn’t agree. “Sylvia, it’s not that I’m worried about.”

Sylvia pressed, “Then what is it?”

She reiterated,

loss for words. If she had said it once or twice, it could have been dismissed as Sherilyn trying

to call off the divorce. If she still harbored feelings, she would have taken the chance to step

Sylvia couldn’t believe

Sherilyn affirmed with

“You’ve been

would always talk about Gil. Everyone

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shaking her head gently. “But, Sylvia, even the deepest of affections can fade away over four

words, Sylvia’s breath hitched.

“Looking back, I wonder if I ever

Sylvia was

always talked about wanting me as your granddaughter–in–law, and I took it for granted

Sylvia’s face was a mix of shock and disbelief, looking like she was denying the present feelings

lips pursed. “Divorce is the only path for us, and it’s the right one.”

was nothing more Sylvia could say. She conceded, “I understand your decision.”

Although

was puzzled.