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.”

briefly mentioned how Derek’s mom and Daphne might have a connection that could help, “Maybe, all hope isn’t lost.”

momentarily stunned.

left just a while ago to find

his gesture alone was enough to lift

smiled slightly, “Have

moment before shaking his head. “No… I was about to ask you

09:10

treat you to dinner. Just give me

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

Do you think

he wasn’t; otherwise, she wouldn’t

Sunhaven, far from

took Edgar to a

was the most upscale restaurant she had visited since returning to Sunhaven. Considering Edgar’s background, she felt embarrassed to invite him to

a

“I usually don’t dare to

peak condition, she had been limiting

out.” Her voice carried a youthful

couldn’t help but laugh. “You’ve

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

gaze lingered for a moment, her lips

was wearing the shirt she had

it fit well?”