Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 242

Sherilyn was flabbergasted and waved her hands dismissively. “No need, Mr. Marshall. Did you need something from me?”

Noticing her unease, Caleb looked puzzled. “You seem really tense. Is it because I wasn’t able to step in last night? Given the circumstances…”

“It’s not that.” Sherilyn quickly shook her head. “I understand the situation. Both you and Director Blake were in a tough spot.”

Caleb sighed in relief, his smile beaming. “I do need to ask a favor, though. Could you put in a good word for us with Mr. Johnson?”

What? Sherilyn froze, utterly confused. “Mr. Marshall, what do you mean?”

“Huh?” Caleb was even more surprised than she was, thinking she was playing coy. “Come on, Sherilyn. I know Mr. Johnson’s taken a shine to you, but let’s not forget who introduced you to this scene, right?”

Sherilyn was even more astonished. What did he mean by Mr. Johnson taking

a shine to her?

all wrong. My relationship with Mr. Johnson isn’t what you

knowing looks, waving off her concerns. “You’re worried we’ll talk? Don’t worry. Considering Mr.

influence, we wouldn’t

dropped a

hit like a tidal wave, shock

hinting at,

one there last night with the power to do that-”

her

wanted to surprise you!”

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this for her? That seemed unlikely. When they were

now, when they were

of the picture, I was thinking–how about we bump you up to the lead supporting

have dared to dream. But now, things were different. Nexus Media Group was backing the project, and with Mr. Johnson showing a keen interest in Sherilyn, they might all have to curry favor with her. Promoting her to the lead supporting role was a win–win. Caleb genuinely believed in her talent, and it was also a