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.”

his way towards Sherilyn.

chestnuts, the vendor said this batch is the best. It’s the

this, he took out a piece,

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

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peeling it

“Open up.”

“Okay.”

lowered her head, taking

it?” Edgar looked

Sherilyn puffed her cheeks, giving a thumbs up.

I’ll peel another.”

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

give it to that girl? Aren’t you worried about what people would

her, but I bought it for you. Why should I prioritize

own? Sherilyn felt a sudden rush of warmth,

put her

her tearing up while eating roasted chestnuts.

remembered, roasted chestnuts could

need

the car, let me

step, he paused, thinking better of it. “Sherilyn, come with me! It’ll be quicker!”

“Ha ha.”

her tears. “Don’t

scrutinized her teary eyes.