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 that could help, “Maybe,

momentarily

ago

was enough to lift her spirits. She couldn’t turn him

“Have you

aback for a moment before shaking his head. “No… I

09:10

treat you to dinner. Just give me a

turned around to grab her bag and lock the door. “But,

Do you think

otherwise, she wouldn’t dare

Sunhaven, far from fashionable yet brimming

took Edgar to a cozy

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

settled into a booth and ordered.

here is amazing.” Sherilyn whispered, “I usually don’t dare to eat much… with dancing

stay in peak condition, she

Her voice carried a youthful

but laugh. “You’ve made me

and draped it over his chair back, revealing his dress shirt

gaze lingered for a moment, her lips curving into a smile.

she had made for him.

it fit well?”