Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 204

Sherilyn froze, her eyes locked on Edgar. He wasn’t the first to say those words. The first was Joyce. Tears welled up in Sherilyn’s eyes as she murmured, “Thank you.”

Their acquaintanceship was brief, yet his words meant everything to her.

“What are you thanking me for?” Edgar shook his head. “I haven’t done anything for you.”

“No need.” Sherilyn offered a faint smile. “I have no friends in Sunhaven. Having someone to listen and speak up for me is more than enough.”

Sherilyn leaned forward, grabbed her bag, and got off. “Thanks for the ride

home. I’ll head off now.”

“Sure.” Edgar followed her out, watching her fade into the distance. Suddenly, he jogged after her. “Sherilyn!”

s?” When hearing his voice, Sherilyn halted and turned, puzzled. “What’s up? Something wrong?”

to shake off Gilbert? As far as I know, he’s

as Sylvia had said once Gilbert made up

added, “As long as I refuse, he can’t force me.

courage to look Sherilyn straight

intrigued.

her clear eyes.

He took a deep breath. “The idea is… for

solution? How could she drag him into the mess only to avoid Gilbert?

Edgar hurriedly

trying to take advantage of the

can’t keep pressing you, right?”

recalled Sylvial mentioning that if Sherilyn didn’t want to, Sylvia wouldn’t force her into. anything. Sylvia hoped Sherilyn would find someone perfect for her.

and Edgar acted to be together, with Sylvia’s support, Gilbert couldn’t do anything

mind.

not right.” Sherilyn shook