Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 168

Before she could finish words, Gilbert cut her off sharply, his eyes flashing with irritation. “You can’t say anything nice, can you?”

With that, he picked up a slice of baguette from the plate, dipped it into the sauce, and brought it to her lips. “Open up.”

What? Sherilyn was flabbergasted, wondering if Mr. Johnson was alright. What on earth could make him tolerate her saying something like that?

“I won’t eat it.” Sherilyn frowned, turning her face away. “Unless you let me go back to dancing at Neon Nights Bar.”

Gilbert paused, his hand holding the toast mid–air. So, it was all about that.

He put down the toast, deciding to be direct. “Forget about dancing at Neon Nights Bar.”

“Why?” Sherilyn was shocked, feeling a shiver down her spine. “It’s my job!”

“What kind of lousy job is it?” Gilbert didn’t care. “You won’t need that job. I can provide for you.”

Provide for her? Was Gilbert not giving up?

Sherilyn felt stifled, struggling to speak. “I know you’re capable, but I won’t agree.”

Gilbert met her

Neither of them was willing to give an inch.

Gilbert nodded. “I get your

out on the balcony, he understood winning her over wouldn’t

be easy.

in the past, not caring enough? He didn’t delude himself into thinking a few words could change her mind. He was ready

he said, “Let’s eat, shall we? Two bites won’t fill

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Sherilyn ignored him, lowering her head to gulp

Gilbert was surprised but then

at Serenity Street first. Gilbert wasn’t thrilled to send her back,

with him would probably push her too far. It was best to let her be for the time being. Just thinking about

more at ease.

the alley, Gilbert walked Sherilyn to her

was short. He only took her to the

one outside.

at her. “I’m

didn’t want to respond.