Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 226

“Hey, handsome!”

When she saw it was a guy, the girl clasped her hands together in a pleading gesture, “I’ve been dying to try this maple–glazed roasted chestnuts. Could you possibly let me have it?”

“Well…” Normally, Edgar would have epitomized chivalry without a second thought, but this time was different.

He shook his head, apologetically saying, “Sorry, I can’t do that.”

“What?”

The girl didn’t expect to be turned down. “Come on, it’s just a small favor for a lady. Are you really being that stingy?”

Edgar just smiled, offering no defense. “Sorry.”

“Okay, then!” The girl bit her lip in frustration. “How about I offer you an extra 5 bucks for it, deal?”

“Sorry.” Edgar remained firm. “It’s not about the money.”

He glanced over at Sherilyn standing a few steps away. “Really sorry, but maybe next time.”

“Sir, here you go.”

The vendor handed over a paper bag, and Edgar quickly took it, nodding at the visibly upset girl.

“Apologies again.”

he made his way

a treasure. “Maple–glazed roasted chestnuts, the vendor said this batch is the best. It’s the

this, he took out a

touching his earlobe in embarrassment. “It’s quite hot, but

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peeling it open

“Open up.”

“Okay.”

taking

is it?” Edgar looked

giving a thumbs

peel

The girl had begged Edgar, but he hadn’t given

her lip, she asked, “Why didn’t you give it to that

“I am sorry for her, but I bought it for you. Why should I prioritize someone else over my own?”

felt a sudden rush of warmth,

had put

tearing up while eating roasted chestnuts.

chestnuts could

you need

flustered. “There’s water in the car, let me

thinking better of it. “Sherilyn, come

“Ha ha.”

through her tears. “Don’t worry, I’m

her teary eyes.