Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change? novel Chapter 278

"What?" Gilbert gasped in shock. "Why would you say that?"

Could it be, "You know the Fergusons are against their relationship?"

No, even if Caroline knew, why would she come to mend fences? What was she thinking?

Surely, she didn't pity Sherilyn, thinking she was unwanted and hoping Gilbert would step in.

After all, Caroline and Sherilyn had never been friends.

"You..."

Before Gilbert could press for answers, Caroline's expression shifted dramatically, filled with sheer panic.

She had only hoped to stir up more suitors for Sherilyn, thereby lessening Francis's obsession.

She had never anticipated trouble from Edgar's end.

"The Fergusons object?"

Caroline was frantic. "Then, have they... broken up?"

Gilbert fell silent for a moment before replying, "Not sure, but it seems likely... soon..."

"No way!"

Caroline's mind was in turmoil, sensing an added danger, she grabbed Gilbert urgently.

"What are you waiting for? Isn't this the perfect opportunity for you?"

In the midst of their conversation, neither had noticed Sherilyn turning around, heading towards the door and towards them...

"Caroline, calm down."

Gilbert frowned deeply, sensing something off. "Why are you pushing me to do this?"

"Gilbert!"

Caroline's eyes welled up with tears, pleading, "Please, for me and for Francis, would you consider dating Sherilyn?"

"Caroline..."

"Please! Haven't you warmed up to her a bit?"

"No, Caroline..." Gilbert was deeply concerned by Caroline's emotional state. "Calm down, why would you say... Sherilyn..."

His gaze halted, spotting Sherilyn.