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 towards

Edgar presented it like a treasure. “Maple–glazed roasted chestnuts, the vendor said this batch is the best. It’s the last one, try it!”

took out a piece, which was still hot.

quickly withdrew his hand, touching his

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the roasted chestnuts again, peeling it open and offering it to

“Open up.”

“Okay.”

lowered her head, taking it into her mouth.

Edgar looked

puffed her cheeks, giving a

I’ll peel another.”

was silent; she had seen everything. The girl had begged

she asked, “Why didn’t you give it to that girl?

her, but I bought it for you.

sudden rush of warmth, her eyes brimming with tears.

had put her

up while eating roasted chestnuts. “Did it get

remembered, roasted chestnuts could be quite

need water?”

water in the car, let me grab it

thinking better of it. “Sherilyn, come

“Ha ha.”

tears. “Don’t worry, I’m not

not?” Edgar scrutinized her