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…”

stepped back and stood her ground, confirming, “I am

suddenly went silent. The

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

was gentle

unwavering, her voice steady, “I’m not talking nonsense. It’s true.”

looked down, giving Sherilyn

Edgar’s hand, interlocking their fingers tightly. Yet, it still didn’t seem enough. Holding his hand up, she stared defiantly at

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you can see, Sherilyn and I love each other, and we hope you

Edgar could? For a moment, Gilbert closed his eyes, his heart twisting in pain and numbness. How could it be?

he was laughing or furious. How did she manage this? He had been pursuing Sherilyn

Gilbert said sternly, “Come here, and

distinct hand

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