Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 1249

“Hmm?” Sherilyn looked puzzled. Everything seemed fine, so why the sudden sigh?

"It's nothing. Just talking about feeling wronged reminded me of my brother," Joyce replied quietly, tugging Sherilyn closer and nodding toward the door. Her voice dropped to a whisper. "You know, my brother's not getting any younger- he's thirty-three, thirty-four now. My uncle and aunt worry themselves sick. But him? Looks like he's made up his mind to stay single."

Sherilyn's eyes widened in surprise. "Wait, Mr. Cooper is still single?"

That couldn't be right.

"But I remember you telling me he was married," she said, frowning as she tried to recall.

Joyce nodded. "He was. But that was in the past-they're divorced."

"Oh..." Sherilyn hesitated, startled by the news. She couldn't help but ask, "What happened?"

She'd only met Nanson a few times, but he'd left a good impression. He came from a great family, was well-educated, and always seemed so kind—never the slightest hint of arrogance. What really stood out was how, whenever Joyce needed his help, he never hesitated; he'd just say yes and follow through. Clearly, he cared deeply about those close to him.

A man like that, with so much going for him-how could his marriage have fallen apart?

Joyce sighed and toyed with her water glass. "My ex-sister-in-law cheated on him."

Sherilyn's jaw dropped. "Seriously?"

Joyce gave a snort. "If he weren't my own brother, I wouldn't go on about it, but honestly, Nanson's the total package-good family, top schools, a solid career, and a great personality."

she wanted, he'd make it happen. And still, she wasn't satisfied. Some people

listened quietly, feeling a pang of

taken care of," Joyce went on, her tone indignant on her brother's behalf. "She was the one who cheated, but he gave her the house and the money, left with nothing. He didn't even fight for custody of their daughter-said it was hard enough

the divorce was final, she ran off with

"Honestly, where are you supposed to find another

then asked, "Wait, they have a

"She's a little older than your Jenna.

sighed again. "So my

been two years

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room swung open.

a glance, wordlessly

Joyce said, admiring the

made it myself. I can knit one for you

be amazing! I won't say

silly," Sherilyn

refuse, it was Joyce. If she ever needed anything,

you want? I can get the yarn

"Green?"