Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 216

If it hadn’t been for the news about Caroline’s miscarriage…

Really? Sherilyn offered a wry smile, a gesture that spoke volumes of her disbelief. The Sherilyn of the past might have bought such words, but the woman she was at the moment? Not a chance.

She gestured toward the door. “So, can I leave now?”

“Sure.” Gilbert nodded slightly. “Go ahead.”

“Goodbye.” After a casual wave, Sherilyn slung her bag over her shoulder and started for the door. Her steps were light at first but picked up pace until she was running, the thrill of freedom pumping through her veins.

Panting from the rush, Sherilyn barely caught her breath when she spotted Edgar stepping out of his car. “Sherilyn!”

“Edgar!” She couldn’t help but beam at him, sprinting his way.

Right then, Sherilyn desperately needed a friend to share in her joy.

Once she reached him, Edgar instinctively reached out as if he would catch her if she stumbled. “Be careful.”

broad smile on her face. “I’m just so happy! I can’t believe how

Edgar’s gaze softened, a smile touching his lips as he took in her tearful happiness. Was that what they called crying

hold back any longer, Sherilyn covered

was at a loss, unsure of

his pockets for a tissue, only to remember he didn’t

a pack of tissues,

sobbed, shaking her head. “I

it all out…”

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going through, but he could understand the relief of ending a loveless marriage that was only a shell of what

said softly, “I’m here

unimpressed him. With a sigh, he turned away, his interest waning. “David,

received the order. “Alright.”

saw Edgar gently dabbing at Sherilyn’s tears, treating her

Dance Troupe, after several days of getting to know her, Daphne. finally made plans for Sherilyn. “Here, get ready to start practicing. You’ll be leading Group

a thunderbolt,