Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Francis' gaze lingered, his lips pressed tight, hesitation palpable in the air.

"Gilbert..." Yet, the words remained unspoken.

"Big bro." A sense of dread settled over Gilbert, his unease growing. "What is it? Why is it so hard to say?"

Francis remained silent, offering no response.

"Big bro!" Gilbert's patience was wearing thin, "Can't you even tell me?"

He ventured a guess, "Don't tell me... you've actually done something to wrong Caroline?"

At that, a flicker of confirmation passed through Francis' eyes.

"Big bro!"

Gilbert, taken aback, moved closer, lowering his voice, "Come on, say something!"

"Gilbert..." Francis' brows furrowed deeply, his hesitation evident.

"Big bro!"

"Sawyer!" At that moment, Sawyer stepped forward, putting a hand on Gilbert's shoulder, "Mr. Francis knows what he's doing. Let's not push him too hard!" "I'm pushing him?"

Gilbert's frustration was visible, his gaze fixed on Francis.

bro, you don't have to share your personal matters with me. But I hope you truly understand

towards the

What about next time? If something serious happens to her, will you be unable to

shadow crossed Francis' face, his

brother, his frustrations

piece-go check on Caroline. She was

that, he headed straight

"Mr. Francis."

your most trusted brother after all. Besides, with Mr.

"Enough."

at his confidante, "I have

silent, not daring to say

made his way

Just as Sawyer suggested, it would indeed be beneficial for Gilbert

it was better to

lost her interest in the

to spare, why not go back and

her bag and left the

at

her shoulder

"Are you ok?"

Someone steadied her.