Chapter 206

In an instant, Edgar could sense Sherilyn stiffening up next to him.

“Gilbert,” Edgar said, his jovial expression fading into seriousness, “I’m sorry, but I can’t step aside. If you have something to say to Sherilyn, say it.”

He then looked at Sherilyn. “Sherilyn is my girlfriend, and there are no secrets between us.”

Sherilyn’s eyes widened, her lips parting in surprise.

Instinctively, she wanted to protest. But then, seeing Edgar slowly and gently shake his head at her, she understood his intent. If she protested, Gilbert wouldn’t let her off easily!

But should she go along with Edgar’s words? How unfair would that be to Edgar? Sherilyn clenched her fists, her inner turmoil raging.

“Heh.” Gilbert chuckled, glancing at Sherilyn before his gaze landed on Edgar again, a thin veil of mockery in his eyes. “You say Sherilyn’s your girlfriend? Sadly, Sherilyn doesn’t seem to acknowledge that…”

He reached his hand toward Sherilyn, attempting to pull her toward him, their side–by–side stance irking him greatly! “Sherilyn, come here…”

burst of courage, Sherilyn stepped back

atmosphere suddenly went silent. The air

a voice as light as air, though his smile didn’t quite

gentle yet carried a chilling threat. “Don’t talk

gaze, unwavering, her voice steady,

giving Sherilyn

back. Sherilyn took a deep breath, raised her arm, and took Edgar’s hand, interlocking their fingers tightly. Yet, it still didn’t seem enough. Holding his hand

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can see, Sherilyn and I love

in Gilbert’s eye! Sherilyn wouldn’t let him touch her, yet Edgar could? For a moment, Gilbert closed his eyes, his heart twisting in

was hard to tell if he was laughing or furious. How did she manage this?

contain his anger, Gilbert said sternly, “Come here, and I’ll

extended his long, distinct hand toward her.

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