Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 1237

Gilbert carefully folded the sweater, smoothing out the edges before placing it into a bag and picking it up.

His gaze lingered on Sherilyn, and he spoke softly.

"Remember to see the doctor, okay?"

Sherilyn blinked, momentarily caught off guard, but nodded. "I will. Don't worry."

"Which doctor prescribed your medication?"

Gilbert hesitated as he let go of the sweater, clearly still uneasy. “Do you need me to make an appointment for you?"

"No, that's not necessary." Sherilyn shook her head. "I've been seeing Dr. Wilson. He's good-Rebecca White is his patient too."

Gilbert murmured, frowning, "If Francis trusts him, I'm sure he's reliable. Oh—"

He paused, shifting to another subject. "Have you decided where you'll be moving? Do you have somewhere lined up?"

He could have arranged everything for her, but he knew she'd never accept it.

"I do," Sherilyn answered, nodding. "I asked Galen to get the house on Starfall Drive ready."

Gilbert thought. She'd planned

managed a bittersweet smile. "That's

if they're quiet now- well, you

Sherilyn froze, stunned.

you're okay with Jenna being with me?"

wouldn't be simple. Yet, from his words, it was clear he'd never intended

had she

paused, searching her face. "Of course.

what right did he have to fight for custody against the woman who

to reassure her.

was how it should be,

Gilbert went on, voice gentle. "Don't stress about how to tell Jenna. When the time comes, I'll explain

of everything even the part that had troubled her most. Jenna might not know the full

separating them would be painful

"Alright. I'll follow

at Starfall Drive in the next couple of days," Gilbert

you, Sherilyn replied,

tight with emotion.