Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 202

Sherilyn barely had time to register the collision before apologizing, “Oh gosh, I’m so sorry! I didn’t see you there!”

The person she bumped into looked down at her, a slight frown creasing his forehead. “Sherilyn?”

“Huh?” That voice sounded familiar. When looking closer, Sherilyn’s eyes widened in recognition. “Edgar… Edgar?”

“Yeah, me.” Edgar’s frown deepened, confusion and concern etching his features. “What’s wrong? You look like you’ve seen a ghost.”

It appeared to him that Sherilyn was trembling, her complexion pale, her lips almost ashen, a clear sign of fear.

Edgar asked, “Did something happen? Are you scared? Is someone after you?” “It’s just… yeah.” Sherilyn struggled to keep her composure, her eyes brimming with tears despite her best effort to stay calm.

Seeing her so vulnerable made Edgar’s heart flutter, and he softened his voice, “Come with me. I won’t hurt you. You know that, right?”

managed a

her into a small utility room on the ground floor, a makeshift sanctuary

face clouded with worry, calling out, “Sherilyn! Where are you? Can you hear

Sherilyn seemed to

was puzzled but restrained himself, fearing the wrong word might worsen Sherilyn’s

find Sherilyn and left the building,

whispered, gratitude in her

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welcome,” Edgar smiled gently before stepping out.

confirmed Gilbert had driven away, Edgar returned, reassuringly telling her, “He’s gone. You can

deep breath, then offered Edgar an apologetic smile. “Sorry for the trouble.”

I drive you home?” Edgar asked, concerned about her well–being and the difficulty getting a ride from their current location. Even though Sherilyn had turned him down,

“Don’t think about refusing. Friends help each other. Let

you,” Sherilyn finally