Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change? novel Chapter 204

Sherilyn froze, her eyes locked on Edgar. He wasn't the first to say those words. The first was Joyce. Tears welled up in Sherilyn’s eyes as she murmured, "Thank you."

Their acquaintanceship was brief, yet his words meant everything to her.

"What are you thanking me for?" Edgar shook his head. "I haven't done anything for you."

"No need." Sherilyn offered a faint smile. "I have no friends in Sunhaven. Having someone to listen and speak up for me is more than enough."

Sherilyn leaned forward, grabbed her bag, and got off. "Thanks for the ride home. I'll head off now."

"Sure." Edgar followed her out, watching her fade into the distance. Suddenly, he jogged after her. "Sherilyn!"

"Yes?" When hearing his voice, Sherilyn halted and turned, puzzled. "What's up? Something wrong?"

"Yes!" Edgar nodded earnestly. "Do you... have a way to shake off Gilbert? As far as I know, he's not the type to give up easily."

Indeed. Sherilyn's gaze darkened, as Sylvia had said once Gilbert made up his mind, nothing could sway him. But what could she do?

Sherilyn shook her head, then added, "As long as I refuse, he can't force me."

"Well..." Edgar swallowed, gathering his courage to look Sherilyn straight in the eye. "I do have an idea."

"Oh?" Sherilyn was intrigued. "What's the idea?"

Curiosity filled her clear eyes.