Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 366

Slipping on her socks, Gilbert seemed reluctant to let go. The chill that once emanated from Sherilyn’s smooth feet on the ground had almost completely vanished.

His voice was chiding yet gentle as he spoke. “Just got over a fever, and here you are, walking barefoot on the floor. You know better, don’t you?”

What? Sherilyn blinked in disbelief. Really? It was indoors. Outside, the snow was falling heavily, but inside, they had a 24–hour HVAC system, and the hardwood floor had a carpet. It wasn’t cold. It was warm.

“There’s more.” Gilbert hadn’t finished. “You’re a lady. Remember that time your period cramps were so bad you ended up in the hospital? You have to be extra careful. Haven’t you heard that catching a cold from your feet? You should take better care of yourself when I’m

not around.”

forgetting Edgar and how he stayed up all night, fully clothed, checking on her. What was going on with him? Why was he acting like that? Was he worried she’d change her mind and not stay with him, letting down Caroline’s

couldn’t think of

of her concerns. She withdrew her feet from his

up, smoothing her

Sherilyn nodded, feeling her

you’re getting better.” He seemed proud. “Lucky I brought you back.” Her fever had broken overnight.

have something for you to eat here in

Sherilyn frowned at the suggestion. “I don’t like the room smelling like food.”