Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 1243

Sherilyn blinked rapidly, pushing back the tears that threatened to spill over, and quickly changed the subject. "So, why are you here today? Did you forget?"

"Oh, right."

Galen remembered his original purpose and got back to business. "The house is all set now-everything checks out. In a bit, I'll call the housekeeper and staff over so I can fill them in on the utilities, security codes, that sort of thing... Also, I brought your car over."

"Perfect."

Once they'd finished up with all the practical matters, Sherilyn turned to her brother with a warm smile. "Thanks for all your help." Then her tone shifted, a little teasing. "So, how are things with you and Joyce?"

Galen froze, and a flush crept quickly up his cheeks.

"Well..." He hesitated, fidgeting. "It's... going okay, I guess?"

"What does 'okay' mean?" Sherilyn was incredulous. "Come on, spill. Is there a chance for something more?"

Galen gave a sheepish little smile. "Sis, I don't think she dislikes me. I've asked her out a few times, and she's never turned me down."

That was something, at least.

Sherilyn's lips curved up in a genuine smile. That was definitely a good sign.

She patted his shoulder, encouraging him. "Keep at it."

his earlier embarrassment forgotten.

was a bright summer morning sunrise came

before dawn. Today, she had an appointment at Dr. Wilson's clinic. Work on her new show

one Galen had bought for

pulled out of the driveway and headed toward the entrance to the

canopy of a London plane tree,

back seat, Gilbert watched as Sherilyn's car drove

"Mr. Gilbert?"

his assistant, turn and ask in a low voice, "Shall we

tearing his gaze away. "Yeah.

message from Candida. She'd told

been able to

in the end, all he saw was her car

moved slowly down the road, heading

appointment. This morning, she was going

at

"Good morning, Dr. Wilson."

"You..."

finished updating him on her condition, Dr. Wilson shook his head

from me again, or ignore my instructions about your medication, you might as well

the smile fading from her face