Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 228

“What’s up? Spit it out.”

“Well, it goes like this.” Sherilyn shared her dilemma about joining the dance company. “I’m kinda stretched thin right now, and I’m afraid the upcoming shows… might be a bit challenging.”

Blake, upon hearing this, was visibly displeased.

“Sherilyn, when you joined the team, I talked you up big time to the director.”

“Yes, I know.” Sherilyn was clearly embarrassed. “I really appreciate it.”

The last thing she wanted was to seem ungrateful.

But being part of the Lightning Dance Troupe came with strict rules–dancers. on the list, especially lead dancers like her, were not allowed to take on side gigs.

After all, being a lead dancer was like being the face of the company.

Just like in showbiz, it was a coveted position.

Originally, Sherilyn had thought about quitting the show.

But first off, she was under contract, and walking away could mean a hefty fine.

Second, Blake had indeed been good to her. It didn’t sit right with her to just ditch him for a better opportunity.

could

it’s my fault.”

the deal. You’ve taken Mr. Marshall’s money, and he’s very particular about his productions. We all

Sherilyn was immensely

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as you suggest.”

blame her and was so understanding made Sherilyn feel incredibly fortunate.

wasn’t always against her,

“Thank you, Blake.”

waved her

“Sure thing.”

leave the

Serenity Street, she felt like falling apart. The moment she hit

at the

into her rehearsal outfit, she was about to head

“Sherilyn!”

“Ms. Hansen wants to see you in

office.”

her locker quickly

over.

Hansen, what can I do for you?”

the