Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 714

Chapter 714

"Grandma's side can wait," Sherilyn said, setting her tone with a mix of patience and firmness.

Gilbert's brow furrowed in confusion. "Wait for what?"

"Really, Gil? Think about it," Sherilyn replied, putting down her glass of lemonade and pointing inside it as if the answer lay at the bottom. "Don't you think you should consider Jenna's feelings?" Marriage is no small matter.

For Jenna, it would mean a world of change, a whole new environment.

Ah. The realization hit Gilbert like a delayed reaction, and he nodded, a bit sheepishly. "You're right. I wasn't thinking."

He quickly added, "I'll spend more time with Jenna. I'm pretty free these days anyway. Don't worry, I'll make sure she warms up to the idea soon enough."

Sherilyn's response was a non-committal pull of her lips, her tone slightly mocking as she said, "Well, guess we'll talk about the wedding once Jenna's on board."

She knew delaying wouldn't change much. Jenna had always been fond of Gilbert... But if it bought them even a day, it was worth it.

Besides, Grandma had almost everything ready for my brother's wedding. We

couldn't help but ask, "So, your brother and

a slow burner. My brother's shy. Rebecca still has no idea he's into her. It's going to take

then, Jenna's cry echoed through

Gilbert gestured for her to stay. "I

long strides, he entered

It seemed Gilbert believed in his brother's affection. But what

of blankets, her hair a mess, half

beside her, lifting her into his arms, letting her head

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hand gently patting her back. "Take your time. I'm here." Jenna's sobs slowly subsided

"Mr. Gilbert."

nodding. "It's Mr. Gilbert. You're awake now. Mom's waiting for us. Let's get dressed,

the night before. "Mr.

clothes

"Alright."

Jenna with one arm, Gilbert grabbed the clothes with