Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 232

As brothers, Derek knew he had to give Gilbert a heads–up about what happened to Sherilyn.

After explaining everything, he asked, “So, what’s your plan?”

After a brief silence, Gilbert scoffed, “Why should I care? Isn’t Edgar handling

it?”

He’s her ex now. It’s time he knew his place.

“Man.” Derek sighed deeply, admitting, “Even if my mom steps in, I doubt it’ll do much good.”

Edgar returned to Serenity Street.

“Sherilyn…”

As the door swung open, Sherilyn looked surprised. Why was he back so

soon?

“Don’t be upset.” Edgar comforted her.

His handsome features were bathed in the warm glow of the hallway’s orange light, creating a soft halo around him. “I’m working on finding a solution for you.”

how Derek’s mom and Daphne might have a connection

momentarily

just a while ago to find

outcome, his gesture alone was enough to lift her spirits. She

slightly, “Have

his head. “No… I was about

09:10

you to dinner. Just give me a moment…”

lock the door. “But, I can’t afford anything fancy… Don’t

you think

knew he wasn’t; otherwise, she wouldn’t dare to

was a quaint reflection of old Sunhaven, far from

Edgar to a cozy

since returning to Sunhaven. Considering Edgar’s background, she felt embarrassed to invite him

settled into a booth and ordered.

amazing.” Sherilyn whispered, “I usually

to stay in peak condition, she had been

going all out.” Her voice

“You’ve

suit jacket and draped it over his chair back, revealing his dress

lingered for a moment, her

the shirt she had

fit well?” she inquired.